Accra, Ghana – In a move aimed at strengthening his administration, President John Dramani Mahama has appointed a new batch of deputy ministers to support his government.
The appointments, which were announced earlier today, see a mix of experienced politicians, technocrats, and celebrities taking up key roles in various ministries.
Renowned actor and politician, John Dumelo, has been appointed as Deputy Minister for Agriculture, bringing his expertise in farming and advocacy to the role.
Suhini Alhassan, a seasoned politician, has been appointed as Deputy Minister for Roads, tasked with overseeing the development and maintenance of Ghana’s road network.
Other notable appointments include Yusif JaJah as Deputy Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts; Docars Toffee as Deputy Minister for Communications; and Hajia Afra Nasira as Deputy Minister for Transport.
The full list of appointments is as follows:
- Deputy Minister for Agriculture: John Dumelo
- Deputy Minister for Roads: Suhini Alhassan
- Deputy Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts: Yusif JaJah
- Deputy Minister for Communications: Docars Toffee
- Deputy Minister for Transport: Hajia Afra Nasira
- Deputy Minister for Health: Prof. Dr. Grace Ayensu
- Deputy Minister for Finance: Thomas Ampem
- Deputy Minister for Education: Clement Apark
- Deputy Minister for Works and Housing: Emmanuel Bedzra
- Deputy Minister for Trade, Agriculture Business, and Industry: Yusif Sulemana
- Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources: Mohammed A. Sukparu
These appointments are subject to parliamentary approval, and the new deputy ministers are expected to be sworn in shortly.
The President’s decision to appoint new deputy ministers is seen as a strategic move to inject fresh ideas and expertise into his administration, as Ghana continues to navigate the challenges of economic development and growth.
With these appointments, President Mahama has demonstrated his commitment to building a strong and effective team, capable of driving Ghana’s progress and prosperity.
