President John Dramani Mahama has submitted a list of deputy ministerial nominees to Parliament for approval, in line with Articles 78(1) and 79(1) of the Constitution. The nominations, presented through the Speaker, will now undergo parliamentary scrutiny.
Among the key appointees is Alhassan Sayibu Suhuyini, who has been selected for the Ministry of Roads and Highways. Suhuyini, a former broadcaster and Member of Parliament, is expected to leverage his expertise in governance and communication to support the ministry’s work.
Actor and Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon, John Kofi Setor Dumelo, has been nominated as deputy minister for Food and Agriculture.
Other notable nominations include Thomas Nyarko Ampem for the Ministry of Finance, Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi for the Ministry of the Interior, and Justice Srem-Sai for the Ministry of Justice and Attorney General.
Additionally, Clement Abas Apaak has been nominated for Education, Richard Gyan-Mensah for Energy & Green Transition, and Rita Naa Odoley Sowah for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs.
Once approved by Parliament, the deputy ministers will play a pivotal role in assisting their respective ministries with the implementation of government policies and addressing key national priorities.
Source:TheDotNews