Parliament has approved six additional ministerial nominees submitted by President John Dramani Mahama, bringing him closer to finalizing his Cabinet team.

The approval followed a thorough vetting process by the Appointments Committee and an extensive debate on the floor of Parliament on Thursday, January 23, 2025.

The confirmation process, presided over by Second Deputy Speaker Andrew Asiamah Amoako, saw both the Majority and Minority caucuses reach a consensus, endorsing the nominees as competent and ready to lead their respective ministries.

The newly confirmed ministers include:

Abla Dzifa Gomashie (MP for Ketu South) – Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts Emelia Arthur (MP for Shama) – Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture Development George Opare Addo (NDC National Youth Organiser) – Minister for Youth Development and Empowerment Ahmed Ibrahim (MP for Banda) – Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs Agnes Naa Momo Lartey (MP for Krowor) – Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare (MP for Techiman North) – Minister for Trade, Industry, and Agribusiness

During the debate, MPs praised the nominees for their expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to national development.