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President John Dramani Mahama has announced a new wave of ministerial appointments, including nine cabinet positions and three regional ministers. Apexnewsgh reports

This development comes as part of the government’s efforts to strengthen key sectors such as education, agriculture, and infrastructure development.

Veteran parliamentarian Haruna Iddrisu has been appointed Minister of Education, while Kwame Governs Agbodza will lead the Ministry of Roads and Highways. These appointments reflect a careful balance of experienced politicians and technocrats, with several returning ministers bringing valuable institutional knowledge to their roles.

Regional Ministerial Nominees:

Wilbert Petty Brentum – Western North Region

Eduamoah Ekow Panyin Okyere – Central Region

Joseph Nelson – Western Region

Newly Nominated Ministers:

Kwame Governs Agbodza, MP – Ministry of Roads and Highways

Eric Opoku, MP – Ministry of Food and Agriculture

Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, MP – Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection

Abla Dzifa Gomashie, MP – Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts

Emelia Arthur, MP – Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture

George Opare-Addo – Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment

Haruna Iddrisu, MP – Ministry of Education

Ahmed Ibrahim, MP – Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs

Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, MP – Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry

The nominations have been submitted to Parliament for approval, and the Appointments Committee will vet the nominees based on their qualifications, track records, and alignment with national priorities. This move is seen as a deliberate strategy to address Ghana’s critical sectors, with President Mahama’s administration under pressure to deliver results swiftly.

Source: Apexnewsgh.com

Ngamegbulam C. S

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