Mahama announces second batch of ministerial nominees, Names Haruna Iddrisu as Education Minister

President John Dramani Mahama has submitted the second batch of nominations for Regional and Sector Ministers to Parliament through the Speaker.

The announcement is part of the President’s ongoing efforts to form a strong and diverse team to lead the country in various capacities.

Regional Ministers

The following individuals have been nominated to serve as Regional Ministers:

1. Wilbert Petty Brentum – Western North Region

2. Eduamoah Ekow Panyin Okyere – Central Region

3. Joseph Nelson – Western Region

These nominees will oversee governance and development initiatives in their respective regions.

Ministers of State

For the Sector Ministries, President Mahama has proposed the following nominees:

1. Kwame Governs Agbodza (MP) – Ministry of Roads and Highways

2. Eric Opoku (MP) – Ministry of Food and Agriculture

3. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey (MP) – Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection

4. Abla Dzifa Gomashie (MP) – Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts

5. Emelia Arthur (MP) – Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture

6. George Opare-Addo – Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment

7. Haruna Iddrisu (MP) – Ministry of Education

8. Ahmed Ibrahim (MP) – Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs

9. Elizabeth Ofosu Adjare (MP) – Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry

The President emphasized the importance of these appointments, highlighting the wealth of experience and expertise each nominee brings to their respective roles.

Parliament is expected to vet and approve the nominees in the coming weeks. This batch of nominations represents President Mahama’s commitment to fostering growth, development, and social progress across the country.

Source: campaigneronline.com