President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has designated the former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, to assume the role of Senior Presidential Advisor and Special Envoy for International Finance and Private Sector Investments.

The appointment was conveyed in a letter dated February 15, 2024, signed by the Chief of Staff at the Presidency, Frema Osei-Opare.

"I take this opportunity to congratulate you formally on your reassignment and wish you the very best in your new office," the letter read.

Background

On February 14, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo carried out a reshuffle of his ministerial appointees amid reports suggesting an imminent significant restructuring within the government.

The President relieved 13 ministers at both the central and local government levels of their positions. Among those affected are the Minister for Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, and the Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwasi Amoako-Atta.

Other ministers who have been dismissed include the Minister for Health, Kwaku Agyeman Manu, and the Minister for Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation, Dr. Kwaku Afriyie.

In total, the President relieved 13 ministers and 10 deputy ministers of their duties, with some being reassigned to other roles.