President John Dramani Mahama will swear in newly appointed Deputy Ministers at Jubilee House today at 1 p.m., as they prepare to officially take on their roles assisting their respective substantive ministers.
The swearing-in ceremony comes after the Appointments Committee of Parliament, led by Mr. Bernard Ahiafor, has reviewed and approved the nominees.
Following a careful examination, the nominees were unanimously approved by the House, opening the door for their formal inauguration.
It is anticipated that the new deputy ministers will be essential in helping government ministries carry out policies and promote national growth.
Below is the list:
1. Ministry of Finance – Thomas Nyarko Ampem
2. Ministry of the Interior – Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi
3. Ministry of Defence -Ernest Brogya Gyenfi
4. Ministry of Education -Clement Abas Apaak
5 Ministry of Energy & Green Transition -Richard Gyan-Mensah
6. Ministry of Roads & Highways -Alhassan Sayibu Suhuyini
7. Ministry of Justice & Attorney General- Justice Srem-Sai
8. Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources -Yusif Sulemana
9. Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs -Rita Naa Odoley Sowah
10. Ministry of Works, Housing and Water Resources -Gizella Tettey-Agbotui
I I. Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts -Yussif Issaka Jajah
12. Ministry of Food and Agriculture -John Kofi Setor Dumelo
13. Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry -Samson Ahi
The President has meanwhile nominated Lydia Lamisi Akanvariba as Minister of State, Public Sector Reforms.
