The Appointments Committee of Parliament is set to begin the vetting process for President John Mahama’s deputy ministerial nominees today, Monday, February 24, 2025. The vetting sessions will run through to Thursday, February 27, 2025, starting at 9:30 a.m. daily at Committee Rooms 1 and 2 of the Administration Block.
President Mahama has nominated 13 deputy ministers to support various sectors, contributing to the advancement of national development and the fulfillment of the government’s commitments. Additionally, Lydia Lamisi Akanvariba has been nominated as Minister of State in charge of Public Sector Reforms. Presidential spokesperson, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, announced the nominees on February 5, stating they were selected based on their expertise, dedication, and alignment with the government’s vision.
The full list of deputy ministerial nominees includes:
- Ministry of Finance: Thomas Nyarko Ampem
- Ministry of the Interior: Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi
- Ministry of Defence: Ernest Brogya Gyenfi
- Ministry of Education: Clement Abas Apaak
- Ministry of Energy & Green Transition: Richard Gyan-Mensah
- Ministry of Roads & Highways: Alhassan Sayibu Suhuyini
- Ministry of Justice & Attorney General: Justice Srem-Sai
- Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources: Yusif Sulemana
- Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs: Rita Naa Odoley Sowah
- Ministry of Works, Housing and Water Resources: Gizella Tettey-Agbotui
- Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts: Yussif Issaka Jajah
- Ministry of Food and Agriculture: John Kofi Setor Dumelo
- Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry: Samson Ahi
- Lydia Lamisi Akanvariba will serve as the Minister of State for Public Sector Reforms, with a mandate to streamline government operations and enhance service delivery.
The vetting process is anticipated to garner significant public interest, as Ghanaians look forward to hearing the nominees’ plans for their respective portfolios.
Civil society organizations and political analysts have called for a thorough and transparent examination of the nominees, focusing on integrity, competence, and commitment to national development.
Chairperson of the Appointments Committee, First Deputy Speaker Bernard Ahiafor, has assured the public that the process will be fair and transparent.
