President John Dramani Mahama has officially sworn in six ministerial nominees, following their parliamentary approval on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

The swearing-in ceremony, held at the Jubilee House, marked the commencement of their roles in key government positions, reinforcing the administration’s commitment to addressing critical national issues.

The appointees, part of the first batch of ministerial nominees approved by Parliament, include:

• Dr Cassiel Ato Forson as Minister for Finance
• Dr Dominic Ayine as Attorney General
• John Jinapor as Minister for Energy and Green Transition
• Haruna Iddrisu as Minister for Education
• Eric Opoku as Minister for Food and Agriculture
• Governs Kwame Agbodza as Minister for Roads and Highways

The nominees underwent rigorous vetting and debate before the Appointments Committee, earning approval for their respective roles.

During the ceremony, President Mahama expressed confidence in their ability to deliver on their mandates, emphasising the importance of their portfolios to Ghana’s national development.

“The roles you are assuming are critical to the progress of our nation. I have every confidence that your expertise and dedication will drive the transformative agenda we have promised Ghanaians,” the President remarked.

The new ministers are expected to play pivotal roles in addressing pressing national challenges, including economic recovery, education reform, agricultural productivity, and infrastructural development.