Parliament to vet final batch of deputy ministerial nominees today
The Parliament’s Appointments Committee is set to vet the final batch of deputy ministerial nominees today, Friday, July 25. These nominees were selected by President John Dramani Mahama in accordance with Articles 78(1) and 79(1) of the 1992 Constitution.
The four nominees, all current Members of Parliament, will appear before the committee for assessment and consideration.
Among those nominated is Dorcas Affo-Toffey, MP for Jomoro, who has been selected for the position of Deputy Minister for Transport. James Gyakye Quayson, MP for Assin North, is nominated for Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs.
Also up for vetting are Mohammed Adam Sukparu, MP for Sissala West, who has been nominated for Deputy Minister of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, and Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, MP for Essikado-Ketan, nominated for Deputy Minister of Health.
The nominations were formally referred to the Appointments Committee by the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, on July 17.
This vetting session marks the final round of deputy ministerial nominations under the current administration. Once approved, the nominees will support their respective sector ministers in advancing government policies and improving public service delivery.
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