Parliament has approved President John Dramani Mahama’s first group of ministerial nominees after thorough vetting and debate.
The approved nominees are Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson as Finance Minister, John Jinapor as Energy Minister, and Dr. Dominic Ayine as Attorney General and Justice Minister.
The Appointments Committee conducted a detailed vetting process on Monday, January 13, 2025, to evaluate the nominees’ qualifications and vision. The committee’s report was presented to the House, sparking a heated debate on the competence and plans of the nominees.
After extensive deliberations, Members of Parliament voted to approve the nominees for their respective ministerial roles.
This approval represents the first step in President Mahama’s plan to assemble a team to execute his administration’s priorities.
