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The second group of ministers nominated by President John Mahama has been approved by Parliament after the Appointments Committee successfully vetted them.
The confirmation of Eric Opoku, MP for Asunafo South; Kwame Governs Agbodza, MP for Adaklu; and Haruna Iddrisu, MP for Tamale South, for cabinet positions was unanimously recommended by the Appointments Committee.
In Parliament, the nominations were discussed on Tuesday, January 21. Andrew Asiamah Amoako, the Second Deputy Speaker, led the discussion.
Following lengthy discussions, the Majority and Minority caucuses confirmed the three nominees’ capacity to successfully lead their respective ministries by recognizing their qualifications and track records.
The selections were later ratified by the Second Deputy Speaker.
Eric Opoku was confirmed as the Minister of Food and Agriculture, Kwame Governs Agbodza as the Minister of Roads and Highways, and Haruna Iddrisu as the Minister of Education.
The first set of ministers previously approved by Parliament is supplemented by this second batch of ministerial approvals.
The approval represents yet another important turning point in President Mahama’s endeavors to assemble a competent and successful government team to tackle urgent national issues.
Source: Ghanatodayonline.com
