Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has raised concerns about the appointment of Dr. Callistus Mahama as the Executive Secretary to the President.
Dr. Mahama was appointed by President John Dramani Mahama on January 6, 2025, with his appointment officially taking effect on January 7, 2025.
However, the Effutu Member of Parliament (MP) has said the House is not aware of the appointment, as there was no official communication.
Mr. Afenyo-Markin expressed these concerns as part of his introductory comments during the vetting of Finance Minister-designate, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, on Monday, January 13, 2025.
He added that it was a mistake for Mr. Mahama not to inform Parliament about the ministerial nominees, given that the rules of law state that the President must make the official communication in writing to the Speaker.
“Secretary to the President, Parliament is not even aware of your appointment. Because under normal circumstances, the President is even supposed to communicate to Parliament. It’s part of the imperatives of governance that he communicates to Parliament,” he stated.
Meanwhile, he has admonished President Mahama to expedite the appointment and formation of his cabinet to ensure the smooth operation of government.
He reiterated that the Minority expects the full list of nominees instead of what he described as a ‘tot tot’ appointment.
Source: Adomonline