By Elsie Appiah-Osei
Accra, Jan 23, GNA – In a significant development, Ghana’s Parliament Thursday gave the nod to three more nominees put forward by President John Dramani Mahama to lead key ministries.
Their approvals came a day after all three were vetted by the Appointment Committee of Parliament.
After an extensive debate in the House, marking a crucial step in shaping the administration’s future, Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Minister-designate for Tourism, Arts and Culture, was approved. She is expected to enhance tourism by promoting Ghana’s cultural heritage and increasing revenue.
Mr George Opare-Addo, Minister-designate for Youth Development and Empowerment, was also approved.
Among other things, he is tasked to tackle challenges facing young people, including employment, education, and empowerment programmes.
Madam Emelia Arthur, Minister-designate for Fisheries and Aquaculture, who will focus on improving sustainability and productivity in the sector, leveraging her experience in rural development and fisheries, also got the unanimous approval of Parliament.
The Parliamentary Appointments Committee thoroughly vetted the nominees on Wednesday, assessing their qualifications and plans for their respective portfolios.
With these approvals, President Mahama’s administration continues to take shape, paving the way for the implementation of key policies and programmes.
GNA