President Mahama swears in last batch of deputy ministers of state at the presidency

The President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, has sworn in four deputy minister designates at the presidency.

The deputy ministers are Dorcas Affo Toffey for Transport; James Gyakye Quayson for Foreign Affairs; Mohammed A. Sukparu for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations; and Prof. Dr. Grace Ayensu Danquah for Health.

President Mahama administered the Oaths of Allegiance, Office and Secrecy, and presented each appointee with an instrument of office in the national colours, red, gold and green.

He noted that this final swearing-in completes the formation of his government’s ministerial team, totaling 60 appointees.

He described this as a clear sign of his commitment to a purposeful and efficient administration.

According to the President, only ministries with heavier workloads and broader responsibilities are assigned deputy ministers.

He stated that his administration is focused on achieving real results and not merely filling positions.

He urged the new deputies to work closely with their sector ministers, remain humble and serve with integrity and accountability.

President Mahama highlighted that the size of government had been reduced, and cost-saving measures such as cuts in fuel allocations and travel budgets were freeing up funds for key sectors like health, education, infrastructure and energy.

He shared encouraging signs of economic recovery, including a drop in inflation, a stronger cedi, improved GDP growth and successful payments to bondholders, students and public schools all without a supplementary budget.

The President condemned a recent incident involving the manhandling of a joy news journalist by military personnel.

He described the act as unacceptable and assured that investigations and sanctions would follow.

Speaking on behalf of the new deputy ministers, Mohammed A. Sukparu thanked the President for the opportunity to serve.

He pledged their full commitment to the President’s vision and promised they would not disappoint the Ghanaian people.

By: Jacob Aggrey