Parliament has approved deputy ministers and Lydia Akanvariba as Minister of State responsible for Public Sector Reforms. A total of seven deputy ministers were approved to fortify key government ministries, followed by a second group receiving similar authorization through unanimous and majority decisions.
Recently, Parliament sanctioned the appointments of deputy ministers and a minister of state following their vetting procedure last week. The appointments received a recommendation for approval by consensus. Lydia Akanvariba has been appointed as the Minister of State in charge of Public Sector Reforms, tasked with improving public sector efficiency and effectiveness.
In addition, seven deputy ministers have been approved to support various key government ministries. The appointees include: Thomas Ampem Nyarko as Deputy Minister for Finance; Ebenezer Terlabi as Deputy Minister for Interior; Samson Ahi as Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry; Clement Apaak as Deputy Minister for Education; Richard Gyan Mensah as Deputy Minister for Energy; and John Dumelo as Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture. This announcement came from First Deputy Speaker Bernard Ahiafor on March 7, 2025.
Subsequently, Parliament reviewed and authorized a second group of deputy ministerial nominees. These approvals followed deliberations and vetting, which resulted in unanimous and majority decisions. Unanimously approved nominees include Alhassan Suhuyini as Deputy Minister for Roads and Highways and Rita Naa Odorley Sowah as Deputy Minister for Local Government, along with Gizella Tetteh as Deputy Minister for Works and Housing, and Ernest Brogya Genfi as Deputy Minister for Defence. Conversely, Justice Sai as Deputy Attorney General, Yusif Sulemana as Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, and Yusif Isaka Jajah as Deputy Minister for Creative Arts and Tourism were confirmed through a majority decision.
In conclusion, the recent approvals by Parliament for deputy ministers and the Minister of State mark significant advancements in government leadership. Lydia Akanvariba is positioned to enhance public sector efficiency, while the newly appointed deputy ministers will bolster various critical ministries. The bipartisan support exhibited during the approval process signifies a commitment to effective governance and public service enhancement.
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