The Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs has announced the re-nomination of four Municipal and District Chief Executives (MDCEs) by President John Dramani Mahama.

The decision was made in accordance with Article 243(1) of the 1992 Constitution and Section 20(1) of the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936), as amended.

According to a press release dated 15th May 2025 and signed by the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, the following individuals have been re-nominated and are expected to undergo vetting and approval by their respective Assemblies:

Ignatius Godfred Dordoe – Shai Osudoku District Assembly

Rudolph Collingwoode-Williams – Ayawaso Central Municipal Assembly

Michael Mensah – Ayawaso West Municipal Assembly

Alfredos Nii Anyetei – La Dadekotopon Municipal Assembly

The Ministry expressed confidence that the nominees, once confirmed, would continue to support the government’s local governance agenda and contribute meaningfully to development at the district and municipal levels.