Parliament Approves New Ministerial Appointments in Ghana

Parliament has approved a minister of state and several deputy ministers, with Lydia Akanvariba appointed to lead public sector reforms. Key ministers approved include Thomas Ampem Nyarko for Finance and others across various sectors. The House’s decisions involved both unanimous and majority votes, aiming to enhance efficiency in the public service sector.

The Parliament of Ghana has recently approved several deputy ministers along with a minister of state following their vetting process. This decision came after a consensus recommendation for their approval.

Lydia Akanvariba has been appointed as the Minister of State responsible for Public Sector Reforms, where she is expected to lead initiatives aimed at improving efficiency within the public sector. Seven deputy ministers were also confirmed to support key governmental roles.

The following deputy ministers received approval: Thomas Ampem Nyarko for Finance, Ebenezer Terlabi for Interior, Samson Ahi for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, Clement Apaak for Education, Richard Gyan Mensah for Energy, and John Dumelo for Food and Agriculture. This announcement was made by First Deputy Speaker Bernard Ahiafor on March 7, 2025.

Subsequently, a second set of deputy ministerial nominees was evaluated and approved. The deliberations resulted in a mixture of unanimous and majority votes. Notably, Alhassan Suhuyini (Deputy Minister for Roads and Highways), Rita Naa Odorley Sowah (Deputy Minister for Local Government), Gizella Tetteh (Deputy Minister for Works and Housing), and Ernest Brogya Genfi (Deputy Minister for Defence) achieved unanimous approval.

Additionally, the nominees approved by majority vote include Justice Sai for Deputy Attorney General, Yusif Sulemana for Deputy Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, and Yusif Isaka Jajah for Deputy Minister of Creative Arts and Tourism.

In conclusion, Parliament’s approval of key ministerial appointments, including Lydia Akanvariba as Minister of State for Public Sector Reforms, signifies a commitment to enhancing government efficiency. The collaborative support of deputy ministers across various sectors underlines the government’s strategy to bolster key ministries and advance public service initiatives. This development illustrates the importance of leadership roles in facilitating effective governance.

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