Parliament has approved the deputy ministers and a minister of state.

This follows their vetting last week, with a recommendation for their approval by consensus.

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The approved nominee for Minister of State in charge of Public Sector Reforms is Lydia Akanvariba, who is expected to spearhead efforts to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the public sector.

Additionally, seven deputy ministers were approved to support key government ministries:

• Thomas Ampem Nyarko – Deputy Minister for Finance
• Ebenezer Terlabi – Deputy Minister for Interior
• Samson Ahi – Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry
• Clement Apaak – Deputy Minister for Education
• Richard Gyan Mensah – Deputy Minister for Energy
• John Dumelo – Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture

This was announced by First Deputy Speaker Bernard Ahiafor on Friday, March 7, 2025.

Shortly after this, the House considered and approved a second batch of deputy ministerial nominees.

The approvals, which took place after vetting and deliberations, saw a mix of unanimous and majority decisions.

Those approved unanimously include Alhassan Suhuyini as Deputy Minister for Roads and Highways, Rita Naa Odorley Sowah as Deputy Minister for Local Government, Gizella Tetteh as Deputy Minister for Works and Housing, and Ernest Brogya Genfi as Deputy Minister for Defence.

Meanwhile, Justice Sai as Deputy Attorney General, Yusif Sulemana as Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, and Yusif Isaka Jajah as Deputy Minister for Creative Arts and Tourism were all approved by a majority decision.