President John Dramani Mahama has officially sworn in 42 ministers, exactly one month after his inauguration, as he works to fully establish his administration of not more than 60 ministers. The rapid confirmation process, he noted, is unprecedented and demonstrates a strong commitment to assembling a functional government without delay.
Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony held today, President Mahama urged his appointees to serve with humility and dedication, emphasizing the importance of leading by example. He cautioned them against adopting extravagant lifestyles that could worsen the economic struggles of ordinary citizens.
“The swift approval process for my appointees is unprecedented and reflects a commitment to promptly assembling a functional government,” he stated.
The latest group of 17 ministers—approved by Parliament either by consensus or majority vote—marks the fourth batch of appointees to be sworn in. Represented by Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the ministers pledged to prioritize the public interest and uphold their responsibilities with integrity.
Newly Sworn-In Ministers
- Issifu Seidu – Minister-Designate for Climate Change and Sustainability
- Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa – Minister-Designate for Foreign Affairs
- Charity Gardiner – Minister-Designate for Ahafo Region
- Salisu Bi-Awuribe – Minister-Designate for Savannah Region
- Wilbert Petty Brentum – Minister-Designate for Western North Region
- Joseph Nelson – Minister-Designate for Western Region
- Joseph Addae Akwaboa – Minister-Designate for Bono Region
- Kwabena Mintah Akandoh – Minister-Designate for Health
- Francis Owusu Antwi – Minister-Designate for Bono East Region
- Felix Kwakye Ofosu – Minister of State-Designate for Government Communications
- Ekow Panyin Okyere Eduamoah – Minister-Designate for Central Region
- Charles Lwanga Puozuing – Minister-Designate for Upper West Region
- Rashid Pelpuo – Minister-Designate for Labour, Jobs, and Employment
- Kofi Adams – Minister-Designate for Sports and Recreation
- Joseph Nikpe – Minister-Designate for Transport
- Murtala Ibrahim – Minister-Designate for Environment, Science, and Technology
- Sam George – Minister-Designate for Communication, Technology, and Digital Innovation
Ministers Sworn In on January 30
Prior to today’s ceremony, President Mahama had sworn in an earlier batch of ministers on January 30, further solidifying his team. These appointees include:
- Dr. Edward Omane Boamah – Minister of Defence
- Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah – Minister of Lands and Natural Resources
- Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka – Minister of Interior
- Naa Momo Lartey – Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection
- Gilbert Kenneth Adjei – Minister of Works, Housing, and Water Resources
- Emmanuel Kwadwo Agyekum – Minister of State in Charge of Special Initiatives
- James Gunu – Volta Regional Minister
- Rita Akosua Awatey – Eastern Regional Minister
- John Kwadwo Gyapong – Oti Regional Minister
- Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo – Greater Accra Regional Minister
- Tia Ibrahim – North East Regional Minister
- Dr. Frank Amoakohene – Ashanti Regional Minister
- Donatus Akamugri Atanga – Upper East Regional Minister
- Ali Adolf John – Northern Regional Minister
First Batch of Ministers
The first set of appointees, who were the earliest to be approved by Parliament and sworn in, included:
- Governs Kwame Agbodza – Minister for Roads and Highways
- Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson – Minister for Finance
- Dr. Dominic Ayine – Attorney General
- John Jinapor – Minister for Energy and Green Transition
- Haruna Iddrisu – Minister for Education
- Eric Opoku – Minister for Food and Agriculture
Shaping the New Administration
With more appointments expected in the coming days, President Mahama’s government is steadily taking shape as he advances his vision for national development. His focus remains on building a strong and effective team capable of addressing the nation’s pressing challenges while maintaining public trust and confidence.
Eighteen more ministers are yet to be vetted, approved and sworn in by the president.
