The Majority caucus of Ghana’s Appointments Committee has recommended the approval of four deputy minister nominees following their vetting on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, despite a boycott by the Minority.
The boycott came after a heated exchange between Committee Chairman Bernard Ahiafor and Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin during the vetting session. Tensions flared when Afenyo-Markin requested that Deputy Attorney-General and Justice Minister-designate Justice Srem-Sai demonstrate a traditional dance, a request that the Chairman opposed.
The Minority Leader accused Ahiafor of being “whimsical” and “rudely interrupting” him, arguing that the Minority was being unfairly treated. After a brief suspension, the Minority caucus returned but refused to support the approval of any nominees, citing concerns about the conduct of the vetting process.
Despite the opposition, the Majority moved forward with their recommendation to approve the following nominees:
- Yussif Sulemana – Deputy Minister-designate for Lands and Natural Resources
- Justice Srem-Sai – Deputy Minister-designate for Justice and Attorney General
- Alhassan Sayibu Suhuyini – Deputy Minister-designate for Roads and Highways
- Yussif Issaka Jajah – Deputy Minister-designate for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts
The unfolding drama underscores the ongoing tensions within the committee and the broader political landscape as Ghana prepares for key government appointments.
Source:TheDotNews