Parliament has officially approved the composition of its Appointments Committee, a crucial body tasked with vetting and recommending nominees for ministerial and other top government positions.
The Committee will be chaired by the First Deputy Speaker, Bernard Ahiafor, with Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah serving as Vice Chairperson. Notable appointments include Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader, as the Ranking Member, and Patricia Appiagyei as the Deputy Ranking Member.
Mandate of the Appointments Committee
This powerful committee plays a pivotal role in ensuring that nominees put forward by the President for key positions—such as Ministers of State and their Deputies—are thoroughly scrutinised before receiving parliamentary approval. Their work is guided by provisions in the Constitution and other relevant legislation.
Speaking in Parliament on Wednesday, January 8, 2025, Majority Leader Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson highlighted the significance of the committee’s composition.
“The committee respectfully recommends to the house to adopt this report and approve the membership of the Appointments and Business Committees as composed, based on the ratio of 183 to 88,” he stated
With this approval, Parliament has set the stage for rigorous vetting of nominees, ensuring transparency and accountability in the appointment process.
The committee’s work will be instrumental in shaping the leadership team to execute President Mahama’s vision in his new term.