President John Dramani Mahama has formally requested Parliament’s approval for the appointment of 10 regional ministers.
A communication from the presidency has been sent to the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, seeking the vetting and confirmation of the nominees.
This marks a significant step in the President’s efforts to strengthen governance and ensure effective administration across the regions.
The names of nominated Ministers include:Northern – Ali Adolf John
Oti – John Kwadwo Gyapong
Volta – James Gunu
Eastern – Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey
North-East – Ibrahim Tia
Ashanti – Dr. Frank Amoakohene
Upper East – Akamugri Donatus Atanga
Ahafo – Charity Gardiner
Savannah – Salisu Bi-Awuribe
Greater Accra – Linda Ocloo, MP
However six regional ministers are yet to be announced by the President. The six outstanding regions are Bono, Bono East and Central. The rest are Western, Western North and Upper West.
