Parliament has given its approval to the nominations of Dr. Edward Omane Boamah as Minister-designate for Defence and Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah as Minister-designate for Lands and Natural Resources. Additionally, three regional ministers-designate have also been cleared to assume office.

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The approval follows the adoption of the ninth report of the Appointments Committee after a thorough vetting process that assessed the competence and experience of the nominees.While the committee unanimously recommended Dr.

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Omane Boamah for the Defence Ministry, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin raised concerns during the debate, alleging that the Clerk of the Committee had excluded certain key submissions made by the nominee in the final report. His claims were met with a firm response from Speaker Alban Bagbin, who criticized the attack on the committee clerk and urged that any grievances be addressed through appropriate channels.

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Meanwhile, the House also gave the green light for three regional ministers-designate to officially take up their roles. Tia Ibrahim has been appointed for the North East Region, Dr. Frank Amoakohene for the Ashanti Region, and Akamugri Atanga Donatus for the Upper East Region.

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With their approval secured, the newly appointed ministers are expected to lead development efforts in their respective sectors and regions, working closely with stakeholders to implement government policies and foster socio-economic growth.

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