Mahama Announces New Ministerial Appointments

President John Mahama has expanded his government with nine ministerial appointments and three regional ministerial designations, according to a press release dated January 16, 2025.

The appointments include key positions aimed at driving national development across various sectors:

1. Ministry of Roads and Highways – Kwame Governs Agbodza, MP
2. Ministry of Food and Agriculture – Eric Opoku, MP
3. Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection – Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, MP
4. Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts – Abla Dzifa Gomashie, MP
5. Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture – Emelia Arthur, MP
6. Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment – George Opare-Addo
7. Ministry of Education – Haruna Iddrisu, MP
8. Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs – Ahmed Ibrahim, MP
9. Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry – Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, MP

In addition to the ministerial appointments, three regional ministers were also named:

1. Western North Region – Wilbert Petty Brentum
2. Central Region – Eduamoah Ekow Panyin Okyere
3. Western Region – Joseph Nelson

These appointments are part of President Mahama’s ongoing efforts to strengthen his administration, ensuring effective governance and delivery of services to the citizenry.

Haruna Iddrisu, a seasoned politician and former Minority Leader, takes on the Education Ministry, signaling a focus on addressing challenges in the education sector. Kwame Governs Agbodza, known for his advocacy in Parliament, will oversee the Ministry of Roads and Highways, a critical sector for infrastructure development. George Opare-Addo, widely recognized for his youth empowerment initiatives, is tasked with spearheading programs at the Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment.

These appointments are expected to bring fresh energy to the administration as it seeks to deliver on its developmental promises.