Parliament has approved the nomination of the new ministers appointed by President John Dramani Mahama.
The approved nominees are Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson as Minister for Finance, John Jinapor as Minister for Energy, and Dr. Dominic Ayine as Attorney General and Minister for Justice.
The approval on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, follows their vetting by the Appointments Committee on Monday, January 13, 2025.
The committee, chaired by First Deputy Speaker and Akatsi South MP Bernard Ahiafor, thoroughly assessed the nominees’ qualifications, experience, and vision for their respective roles.
Following the vetting, the committee presented its report to the House for debate.
Adom News’ Ohene Amponsah reported that the plenary deliberations saw extensive discussions on the nominees’ competence and plans for addressing national challenges.
After the debate, Members of Parliament voted in favor of their approval, paving the way for the nominees to assume their ministerial roles.
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