President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled a series of key appointments to the Office of the President, aimed at bolstering governance and enhancing operational efficiency. The announcement, made on Tuesday, 21 January 2025, reflects the President’s commitment to effective leadership and responsive administration.

The newly appointed officials, who bring diverse expertise and extensive experience, are expected to play pivotal roles in advancing the President’s agenda for national development.

Among the appointees is Mrs Joyce Bawah Mogtari, who has been named Presidential Adviser and Special Aide to the President, a critical position designed to provide strategic counsel and direct support to the President.

Stanislav Xoese Dogbe takes on the role of Deputy Chief of Staff (Operations), while Nana Oye Bampoe Addo will serve as Deputy Chief of Staff (Administration), overseeing the operational and administrative functions of the Presidency respectively.

For economic matters, Seth Emmanuel Terkper has been appointed Presidential Adviser on the Economy, a role that highlights the importance of sound economic management in the government’s priorities.

In a move to address corruption, Professor Francis Dodoo has been named Presidential Adviser for the National Anti-Corruption Programme, signifying renewed efforts to tackle this pervasive issue.

Other notable appointments include Larry Gbevlo-Lartey, who has been designated as Special Envoy to the Alliance of Sahelian States, a position reflecting Ghana’s commitment to regional collaboration and stability.

The Office of the President will also be strengthened by the contributions of Nana Yaa Jantuah and Beatrice Annangfio, who have been appointed Presidential Staffers, as well as Shamima Muslim, who takes up the role of Deputy Presidential Spokesperson.

Lastly, Professor Kwaku Danso-Boafo assumes the critical role of Cabinet Secretary, ensuring the smooth coordination of government policies and decisions at the highest levels.

President Mahama expressed his confidence in the appointees, stating that their “expertise and dedication” will greatly contribute to the progress and development of the nation.

This announcement reaffirms the government’s commitment to assembling a team of seasoned professionals capable of steering Ghana towards a prosperous future.

The statement was signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Acting Spokesperson to the President.

Here is a bullet-point summary of the new appointees to the Presidency announced by President John Dramani Mahama on 21 January 2025:

1. Mrs Joyce Bawah Mogtari – Presidential Adviser & Special Aide to the President
2. Stanislav Xoese Dogbe – Deputy Chief of Staff (Operations)
3. Nana Oye Bampoe Addo – Deputy Chief of Staff (Administration)
4. Seth Emmanuel Terkper – Presidential Adviser on the Economy
5. Professor Francis Dodoo – Presidential Adviser, National Anti-Corruption Programme
6. Larry Gbevlo-Lartey – Special Envoy to the Alliance of Sahelian States
7. Nana Yaa Jantuah – Presidential Staffer
8. Beatrice Annangfio – Presidential Staffer
9. Shamima Muslim – Deputy Presidential Spokesperson
10. Professor Kwaku Danso-Boafo – Cabinet Secretary