The vetting of Agnes Naa Momo Lartey and Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare by Parliament’s Appointments Committee has been rescheduled to Wednesday, January 22, 2025. Initially set for Tuesday, January 21, the change was prompted by extended deliberations on other nominees and competing parliamentary duties.

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Naa Momo Lartey is the nominee for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, while Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare is nominated for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industries. Their sessions were postponed, but the committee confirmed the vetting will proceed as planned on the new date.On Tuesday, Ahmed Ibrahim, nominated for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Local Affairs, completed his vetting.

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The Appointments Committee continues its review of President John Dramani Mahama’s ministerial candidates to finalize the composition of his administration. Meanwhile, Parliament has approved six nominees for key positions within the government.These include:Haruna Iddrisu as Minister for Education,Governs Kwame Agbodza as Minister for Roads and Highways,Eric Opoku as Minister for Food and Agriculture,Dr.

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Cassiel Ato Forson as Minister for Finance,Dr. Dominic Ayine as Attorney General and Minister for Justice, andJohn Jinapor as Minister for Energy.

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