President Nana Akufo-Addo has officially appointed members of the Government Transition Team, with Akosua Frema Osei-Opare, Ghana’s Chief of Staff, designated as Co-Chairperson. This team, established under the Presidential (Transition) Act, 2012 (Act 845), is tasked with ensuring a seamless transfer of executive authority.
In a statement released on December 10, the President named key officials to lead the transition. They include:
Akosua Frema Osei-Opare – Chief of Staff and Head of Presidential Staff
Godfred Yeboah Dame – Attorney-General
Hon. Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu – Minister for Presidential Affairs
Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam – Minister for Finance
Hon. Henry Quartey – Minister for the Interior
Hon. Dominic Nitiwul – Minister for Defence
Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey – Minister for Foreign Affairs
Hon. Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah – Minister for Local Government
Hon. Albert Kan Dapaah – Minister for National Security
Other notable members include the Head of Civil Service, Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh, and the Head of Local Government Service, Dr. Nana Ato Arthur. Ambassador Mercy Debrah-Karikari, Secretary to the Cabinet, and Edward Asomani, the National Security Coordinator, are also part of the team.
Inauguration and Advisory Roles
The Transition Team will be formally inaugurated on December 11, with President Akufo-Addo and President-elect John Dramani Mahama serving as Co-Chairpersons. In the President’s absence, Frema Osei-Opare will take the lead.
To ensure transparency and adherence to democratic principles, the President has also appointed the former Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Prof. Aaron Mike Oquaye, to the Advisory Council. Rt. Alban Bagbin, the current Speaker of Parliament, will chair the Council.
A Unified Transition for Stability
In the statement, President Akufo-Addo emphasized the importance of the transition process in maintaining stability and reinforcing Ghana’s democratic legacy. “This team’s work is vital in ensuring the smooth and efficient transfer of executive power,” the statement noted.
On the other side, President-elect Mahama has announced his team for the transition, expressing his commitment to collaboration.
The Transition Team’s mandate is to oversee all aspects of the handover, ensuring the next administration has the tools and information required to continue the nation’s governance effectively.
This announcement underscores Ghana’s continued commitment to democracy, with a focus on unity and continuity during this critical period.
This article is adapted from a report by Myjoyonline.com.
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