President John Dramani Mahama has submitted the names of 12 nominees to Parliament for consideration and vetting by the Appointments Committee of Parliament.
The nominees include three Regional Ministers and nine Sector Ministers, reflecting a blend of experienced politicians, professionals, and public servants committed to advancing the nation’s development agenda.
The appointments, spanning key regions and ministries, are expected to strengthen the government’s focus on governance, infrastructure, youth development, and economic transformation.
Nominees for Regional Ministers are, Wilbert Petty Brentum – Western North Region; Eduamoah Ekow Panyin Okyere – Central Region; and Joseph Nelson – Western Region.
Nominees for sector ministers are, Kwame Governs Agbodza (MP) – Ministry of Roads and Highways; Eric Opoku (MP) – Ministry of Food and Agriculture; Agnes Naa Momo Lartey (MP) – Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection; Abla Dzifa Gomashie (MP) – Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts.
The rest are Emelia Arthur (MP) – Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture; George Opare-Addo – Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment; Haruna Iddrisu (MP) – Ministry of Education; Ahmed Ibrahim (MP) – Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs; and Elizabeth Ofosu Adjare (MP) – Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry.
Next steps
The nominations have been formally submitted to Parliament through Speaker Alban Bagbin for approval. The Appointments Committee will conduct a thorough vetting process, assessing the nominees’ qualifications, track records, and alignment with national priorities.
