Popular sports journalist Dan Kwaku Yeboah has endorsed Edwin Nii Lante Vanderpuye, a former Member of Parliament for Odododiodio, as the best choice for the position of Minister of Sports and Recreation under John Dramani Mahama's administration.According to Kwaku Yeboah, Nii Lante Vanderpuye is the most capable sports minister Ghana has had in the past decade, praising his vast experience and expertise.

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Speaking on Peace FM’s Kokrokoo program, Kwaku Yeboah stated that Vanderpuye is far ahead of anyone who has previously held the position and should be reappointed to help develop Ghana's sports sector.He further explained that Vanderpuye’s background as both a sports journalist and a former sports minister gives him the skills and understanding needed to effectively address the challenges in the industry.

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“Even under Nana Addo, Nii Lante should have been the sports minister. Because he was once a sports journalist, he understands the industry and what needs to be done to improve the sector. He’s no pushover. During his time, he ensured effective management of resources. He’s been my best sports minister for the past ten years,” he said.

Kwaku Yeboah's endorsement comes at a time when reports

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suggest that Nii Lante Vanderpuye is the leading candidate for the position of Minister of Sports and Recreation in the new government.According to the reports, Vanderpuye and Kofi Adams are the two main contenders for the role, with Vanderpuye having a slight advantage due to strong public support for him.Nii Lante Vanderpuye previously served in various government roles.

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In March 2013, he was appointed Deputy Minister for Trade and Industry under President John Mahama. A year later, in 2014, he was moved to the Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development as Deputy Minister, where he served until 2015.In 2015, after a cabinet reshuffle, he became the Minister of Youth and Sports, taking over from Dr. Mustapha Ahmed.

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