President John Dramani Mahama has officially submitted the first set of ministerial nominations to the Speaker of Parliament. This move is in accordance with Article 78 of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, which mandates the President to appoint ministers in consultation with Parliament.
The nominees for key ministerial roles are as follows:
1. Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson – Minister for Finance Designate
2. Hon. John Abdulai Jinapor – Minister for Energy Designate
3. Hon. Dominic Akuritenga Ayine – Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Designate
Profiles of the Nominees
Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson
Dr. Forson, an Economist, Chartered Accountant, and Tax Practitioner, has extensive experience in public finance, macroeconomics, fiscal policy, and business management. A five-term Member of Parliament, he holds a PhD in Finance from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). His academic credentials also include Master of Science degrees in Taxation and Economics from the University of Oxford and KNUST, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from London South Bank University.
Hon. John Abdulai Jinapor
Jinapor brings a wealth of practical experience to the energy sector. Known for his competence and expertise, he is expected to revamp Ghana’s energy portfolio. His academic achievements include a Master of Arts (MA) in Economic Policy Management, an MBA in Marketing, and an MSc in Development Finance from the University of Ghana. Additionally, he holds an MSc in Energy Economics from GIMPA and a Postgraduate Diploma in Finance and Financial Law from the University of London.
Hon. Dominic Akuritenga Ayine
Details about Hon. Ayine’s professional background and qualifications will be provided in subsequent announcements.
The announcement of these nominees signals President Mahama’s commitment to assembling a highly skilled and experienced team to address Ghana’s economic and energy challenges. Parliament is expected to vet the nominees in the coming weeks.
Ghanaians eagerly anticipate the approval and swearing-in of these individuals, as the country faces critical decisions on economic recovery, energy development, and legal reforms.
