Profile of 25 ministerial nominees appointed by Mahama so far

Profile of 25 ministerial nominees appointed by Mahama so far

By: Nii Ammui Fio | 4 mins read

The President, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, has submitted the names of the following individuals to Parliament, through the Speaker, for consideration as Regional and Sector Ministers.

President Mahama has assured Ghanaians he will work with 60 ministers, and so far, a total of 25 appointees have been revealed.

The First Three Appointees

Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson – Minister for Finance Designate

Hon. John Abdulai Jinapor – Minister for Energy Designate

Hon. Dominic Akuritinga Ayini – Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Designate

Baah Forson

Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson is an Economist, Chartered Accountant, and Tax Practitioner with extensive experience in public finance, macroeconomics, fiscal policy, tax policy, and business management. A five-term lawmaker, Dr. Forson holds a PhD in Finance from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and Master of Science degrees in Taxation and Economics from the University of Oxford and KNUST, respectively. He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from London South Bank University.

Abdulai Jinapor

Hon. John Abdulai Jinapor brings a wealth of hands-on experience, competence, and know-how to the energy portfolio. He holds a Master of Arts Degree in Economic Policy Management, an MBA in Marketing, and a Master of Science in Development Finance from the University of Ghana. Additionally, he holds a Master of Science in Energy Economics from GIMPA and a Postgraduate Diploma in Finance and Financial Law from the University of London.

Akuritinga Ayini

Hon. Dr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayini is a senior lawyer with three decades of experience. He previously served as Deputy Attorney General and Minister for Justice. He holds a Ph.D. in Law from Stanford University, a Master of Laws (LLM) from the University of Michigan Law School, and a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Ghana. Dr. Ayini has also lectured at the University of Ghana Law School.

Regional Ministers Appointed

The President has also submitted the following Regional Ministers for consideration:

Northern Region: Ali Adolf John

Oti Region: John Kwadwo Gyapong

Volta Region: James Gunu

Eastern Region: Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey

North-East Region: Ibrahim Tia

Ashanti Region: Dr. Frank Amoakohene

Upper East Region: Akamugri Donatus Atanga

Ahafo Region: Charity Gardiner

Savannah Region: Salisu Be-Awuribe

Greater Accra Region: Linda Ocloo, MP

Profiles of the Nominees:

Frank Amoakohene

Dr. Frank Amoakohene: Medical professional with degrees in Medicine, Surgery, and Medical Laboratory Science. He also holds an MBA from Accra Business School.

Gunu

James Gunu: Media practitioner with a BA in Journalism and MAs in Development Communication and Local Government Administration.

Akosua Adjei Awatey

Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey: Governance and education expert with an MPhil in Leadership and a PhD in Migration underway.

Gyapong

John Kwadwo Gyapong: Business executive and former MP with a BSc in Education.

Donatus Atanga

Akamugri Donatus Atanga: Human rights expert with a Master's in Human Rights and a Bachelor's in Education.

Adolf John

Ali Adolf John: Education professional with Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Technology Education.

Gardiner

Charity Gardiner: HR professional and non-profit leader with a focus on girl-child education.

Salisu Be-Awuribe: Law lecturer with a Professional Qualifying Certificate and multiple degrees in law and land economy.

Linda Ocloo

Hon. Linda Ocloo: MP for Shai-Osudoku with a BSc in Banking and Finance.

Tia

Ibrahim Tia: Public health finance expert with multiple degrees in ICT, Management Studies, and Project Management.

Recent Appointees

Western North: Wilbert Petty Brentum

Central: Eduamoah Ekow Panyin Okyere

Western: Joseph Nelson

Sector Ministers

Ministry of Roads and Highways: Kwame Governs Agbodza

Ministry of Food and Agriculture: Eric Opoku

Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection: Agnes Naa Momo Lartey

Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts: Abla Dzifa Gomashie

Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture: Emelia Arthur

Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment: George Opare-Addo

Ministry of Education: Haruna Iddrisu

Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs: Ahmed Ibrahim

Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry: Elizabeth Ofosu Adjare

Profiles of Key Sector Appointees

Naa Momo Lartey

Ms. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey: Seasoned legislator with a Ph.D. in African Studies and over 20 years of experience in governance and women's rights.

Ms. Emelia Arthur: Development specialist with expertise in local governance, natural resource management, and gender inclusion. Holds degrees from Yale University and GIMPA.

Mr. Eduamoah Ekow Panyin Okyere: Educationist with over 20 years of experience in leadership roles, including MP for Gomoa East. Holds an MBA and LLB from the University of Cape Coast.

Opare-Addo Esq

Mr. George Opare-Addo Esq.: Lawyer and politician who has served as the National Youth Organizer for the NDC since 2018.

Hon. Ahmed Ibrahim: Ghanaian politician with an MBA in Finance and a BA in Political Science and Philosophy from UG.

Agbodza

Hon. Kwame Governs Agbodza: Chartered architect with extensive project management experience. Holds degrees from KNUST and UK institutions.

Dzifa Gomashie

Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie: Politician and creative arts expert with a passion for Ghanaian culture and tourism. Holds multiple degrees from UG.

Adjare

Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu Adjare: Lawyer, business executive, and politician with two decades of experience in legal practice and advocacy.