Parliament Approves Ahmed Ibrahim, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, Naa Momo Lartey And 3 Others As Ministers

Parliament has approved the third batch of ministers nominated by President John Mahama following their vetting by the Appointments Committee.

The approval follows the Committee’s recommendation of the Member of Parliament (MP) for Banda, Ahmed Ibrahim; MP for Krowor, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, and the Techiman North MP, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare for ministerial positions.

Ahmed Ibrahim was approved as the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey as the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, and Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare as Minister for Trade, Industry and Agribusiness.

 

 

The other approved nominees are Abla Dzifa Gomashie – Minister for Tourism, Arts and Culture, George Opare-Addo – Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment and Emelia Arthur – Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture.

Dzifa Gomashie, a prominent advocate for arts and culture, is expected to enhance tourism by promoting Ghana’s cultural heritage and increasing revenue.

George Opare-Addo’s role at the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment aims to tackle challenges facing young people. These include employment, education and empowerment programs.

Emelia Arthur will focus on improving sustainability and productivity in the fisheries and aquaculture sector. Her experience in rural development and fisheries is expected to guide her efforts.

 

 

 

Parliament debated the motion for the approval of the nominees on Thursday, January 23.

The Second Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Andrew Asiamah Amoako, presided over the session as the House debated the approval of the nominees.

 

 

 

After hours of extensive deliberation, both the Majority and Minority caucuses acknowledged that the three ministerial nominees have the ability to lead their respective ministries.

The Second Deputy Speaker subsequently confirmed the appointments.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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