The Executive Director of the Institute of Energy Security (IES), Nana Amoasi VII, has praised the appointment of John Abdulai Jinapor as Energy Minister-designate.
He described the appointment as timely and crucial, considering the challenges ahead for the energy sector in Ghana.
Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Nana Amoasi commended President John Mahama for his choice of appointee.
“The appointment of the Energy Minister-designate is timely and critical. Given the problems ahead of us, you can’t use an ad-hoc committee to solve them; you need a minister who can make bold decisions. So, we commend Mahama,” he said.
Nana Amoasi also highlighted the significance of President Mahama’s decision to appoint a young person to such an important role.
“John Jinapor is a young man, and for Mahama to have made such an appointment, it means he believes in the youth and has faith that they will transform the economy. So, John Jinapor must not disappoint the youth,” he added.
On whether the Yapei-Kusawgu MP would deliver, Nana Amoasi emphasized Jinapor’s vast experience.
“John Jinapor has been a deputy minister, a ranking member, and has a lot of learning experience, which gives him an advantage over others and will help solve the problems we face,” he stated. “We need someone who can think critically, and I believe the experience he has will assist him if he uses it effectively.”
However, Nana Amoasi also offered advice to Mr. Jinapor, urging him to remain open and engage relevant stakeholders to succeed in office.
“The stakeholder engagement that has taken place is a step in the right direction, and I believe it must continue. He should be humble and not be proud like other ministers. He should be open to diverse opinions and not abuse the opportunity. With that approach, we will get someone who will deliver good results,” he advised.
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