President Mahama nominates 12 more regional and sector Ministers

As part of his governance vision, President John Dramani Mahama has announced a new slate of ministerial nominees.

Haruna Iddrisu, a seasoned politician and former Minority Leader in Parliament, is one of the main nominees to head the Education Ministry.

Kwame Agbodza has been proposed to lead the Roads and Highways Ministry, which is essential to the development of infrastructure and the connectivity of the country.

Eric Opoku has been appointed Minister for Food and Agriculture-designate in the agricultural sector. Opoku, who is well-known for having a wealth of experience in rural development, is anticipated to lead programs meant to increase food security and assist farmers.

The nomination of NDC Youth Organiser Opare Addo as the first head of the newly established Ministry for Youth Development and Empowerment has been made. In order to combat unemployment and encourage creativity among Ghana’s youth, the ministry wants to give priority to youth-focused policies and initiatives.

The nominee to lead the Ministry of Trade and Agribusiness is Elizabeth Ofosu Agyare. Her responsibilities will include advancing agribusiness as a major engine of economic growth and bolstering Ghana’s trade relations.

Emelia Arthur has been proposed to head the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture, and Ahmed Ibrahim has been proposed to lead the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs.