President John Dramani Mahama has officially submitted the third batch of ministerial and regional appointments to Parliament for approval.
This development reflects the President’s commitment to assembling a competent team to drive national development and implement his administration’s policies effectively.
Regional Ministers
The President nominated three individuals to serve as Regional Ministers:
Upper West Region: Puozuing Charles Lwanga
Bono Region: Joseph Addae Akwaboa
Bono East Region: Francis Owusu Antwi
These nominees are expected to oversee regional governance and development initiatives within their respective areas.
Ministers of State
The nominations for Ministerial positions span several key portfolios, with the appointees including seasoned politicians and experts. Among them are:
Ministry of Defence: Dr. Edward Kofi Omane Boamah
Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations: Samuel Nartey George, MP
Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources: Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, MP
Ministry of Sports and Recreation: Kofi Iddie Adams, MP
Ministry of Labour, Jobs and Employment: Abdul-Rashid H. Pelpuo, MP
Ministry of Health: Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, MP
Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology: Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, MP
Ministry of Transport: Joseph Bukari Nikpe, MP
Ministry of Interior: Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, MP
Ministry of Foreign Affairs: Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, MP
Ministry of Works, Housing and Water Resources: Adjel Kenneth Gilbert
Key Appointments in the Presidency
The announcement also highlighted appointments within the Presidency’s communications team. Felix Kwakye Ofosu, MP, has been nominated as the Minister of State for Government Communications, while Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum, MP, takes on the role of Minister of State in Charge of Special Initiatives. Issifu Seidu, MP, has been nominated as Minister of State for Climate Change and Sustainability, signaling a strong focus on environmental and sustainability issues.
Next Steps
The nominees will undergo parliamentary vetting and approval in the coming days. If confirmed, they will assume responsibility for their respective roles, driving forward the President’s vision for a prosperous and inclusive Ghana.
This latest set of nominations demonstrates President Mahama’s dedication to building a diverse and skilled team to address pressing national challenges and improve the lives of Ghanaians.