President Mahama Swears In Six New Ministers

President John Mahama has sworn in six ministerial nominees.

This follows their parliamentary approval on Tuesday, January 21 after appearing before the Appointments Committee.

The ceremony, held at the Jubilee House, marked the official commencement of their roles in key government positions.

 

 

 

The nominees, who underwent rigorous vetting and parliamentary debate, form part of the initial batch of appointments submitted for parliamentary endorsement. They include:

• Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Minister for Finance
• Dr. Dominic Ayine, Attorney General
• John Jinapor, Minister for Energy and Green Transition
• Haruna Iddrisu, Minister for Education
• Eric Opoku, Minister for Food and Agriculture
• Governs Kwame Agbodza, Minister for Roads and Highways

 

 

 

 

The appointees underwent rigorous vetting and debate in Parliament, earning approval for their respective roles.

 

Speaking during the swearing-in ceremony at the Jubilee House, President Mahama reiterated his administration’s commitment to being the leanest and most efficient in the nation’s history, capping ministerial appointments at a total of 60.

“As the ministers are approved by Parliament and as they are sworn in, I will proceed to name deputy ministers for some of the ministries, which will bring the total number of ministers to 60,” he stated.

President Mahama also reassured Ghanaians of his dedication to serving their interests, emphasizing, “I am here to serve at the pleasure of Ghanaians.”

The President expressed confidence in their abilities to deliver on their mandates, stressing the critical nature of their portfolios in driving national development.

Addressing Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the newly sworn-in Finance Minister, the President highlighted the critical nature of his role, saying, “Citizens are counting on you to stabilize the nation’s currency.”

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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