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 Regional Ministers include:
Northern – Adolf John
Oti – John Kwadwo Gyapong
Volta – James Gunu
Eastern – Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjel 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
The six outstanding regions are Bono, Bono East and Central. The rest are Western, Western North and Upper West.