Read what Ablakwa said following his nomination as Minister of Foreign Affairs-designate

The Member of Parliament of North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has pledged to work closely with President John Dramani Mahama to advance the country's best interests.

In a post on X on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, following his ministerial nomination by the president, as the Minister of Foreign Affairs-designate, Ablakwa expressed his readiness to carry out his duties as he takes the helm of the ministry.

He went on to thank the president for entrusting him with the formidable task of promoting the country’s image, interests, and international relations.

He assured Ghanaians of his commitment to fulfilling this responsibility with patriotism and maintaining the country’s integrity at all times.

“I am enormously thankful to His Excellency John Dramani Mahama for nominating me to serve as Ghana’s Foreign Minister. My solemn pledge is to diligently assist President Mahama in championing Ghana’s best interest at all times, with unquestionable patriotism, innovation, and integrity. Immense gratitude to my family, North Tongu, NDC, and all amazing Ghanaians for the incredible support throughout the years,” his post read.

The MP was part of the president’s third batch of ministerial nominations released on January 21, 2025.

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