In a strategic move to advance his administration’s “Resetting Ghana agenda,” President John Dramani Mahama has approved the appointment of several prominent figures to key positions at the Office of the Vice President.
The announcement was made in a statement issued on Tuesday, January 28, by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Acting Spokesperson to the President. The appointees, described as highly experienced and skilled professionals, are expected to contribute significantly to national development and governance.
Among the notable appointments is Samuel Ofosu Ampofo, former National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), who has been named Policy Adviser, Political. Alex Segbefia, a former Health Minister and seasoned administrator, has been appointed Chief of Staff to the Vice President, while Maame Ama Pratt will serve as Press Secretary.
Other appointments include:
- Mrs. Alberta Graham – Head of Administration
- Professor Theresah Ennin – Presidential Staffer and Special Aide to the Vice President
- Ms. Daniella Mavis Mathias – Secretary to the Vice President
- Professor Sharif Mahmud Khalid – Policy Adviser, Economic
- Dr. Hamza Zakaria – Policy Adviser, Economic
- Ms. Mansa Amoa Awuah – Policy Adviser, Finance
- Dr. Miriam Rahinatu Iddrisu – Policy Adviser, Social Sector
The statement emphasized that the appointments are part of efforts to build a team of experts who will play pivotal roles in the Vice President’s office, working collaboratively to drive policy formulation and implementation.
This team is expected to bring their wealth of experience and expertise to their respective roles and contribute significantly to the ‘Resetting Ghana agenda’ to build the Ghana we want, the statement noted.
President Mahama’s latest appointments are seen as a signal of his commitment to assembling a diverse and competent team to support the Vice President in addressing the country’s socio-economic challenges.
The appointees are expected to assume their roles immediately and work collectively to deliver on the administration’s vision of transforming Ghana.
