President John Dramani Mahama is set to swear in six ministerial nominees today following their approval by Parliament on Tuesday, January 21.
The nominees, who underwent thorough vetting and debate, were part of the first batch of appointments submitted for parliamentary consideration.
These are:
- Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, Minister-Designate for Finance
- Dr. Dominic Ayine, Attorney General-Designate
- John Jinapor, Minister-Designate for Energy and Green Transition
- Haruna Iddrisu, Minister-Designate for Education
- Eric Opoku, Minister-Designate for Food and Agriculture
- Governs Kwame Agbodza, Minister-Designate for Roads and Highways
Meanwhile, John Mahama also appointed Samuel Nartey George as Minister-designate for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations.
Samuel Nartey George worked as an Assistant Director at the Head of Civil Service and later as a Communications Specialist at the Presidency.
In Parliament, he has served on the Public Accounts and Communications Committees, promoting digital innovation, accountability, and social issues. Sam George is known for his bold advocacy and commitment to advancing Ghana’s development.
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