"Council of State Must Influence Policy" - VP Opoku-Agyemang Insists

The Vice President of Ghana, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has emphasized the crucial role of the Council of State in addressing the country's challenges and promoting sustainable progress. Speaking at the orientation of the newly elected and appointed Council of State, Professor Opoku-Agyemang highlighted the importance of initiating essential dialogues to tackle Ghana's pressing issues.

She underscored the Council's responsibility in researching and addressing policy gaps, aligning with President John Dramani Mahama's vision of resetting Ghana. Professor Opoku-Agyemang urged the Council to transition from being a passive advisory body to an active institution that influences policy formulation.

The Vice President also called on the Council to play a constructive role in constitutional reform, contributing to the development of a national blueprint for sustainable progress. Her remarks emphasized the need for a collective effort in meeting the expectations of the Ghanaian people.

Her post below

"Today, I had the honor of delivering the opening address at the orientation of the Council of State. In my remarks, I emphasized the importance of initiating essential dialogues to address the country's challenges, reinforcing the Council’s relevance in governance. I highlighted the expectations of the Ghanaian people and the need for a collective effort in meeting those demands.

Additionally, I underscored the Council’s role in researching and addressing policy gaps to align with President John Dramani Mahama’s vision of resetting Ghana. I urged the Council to transition from being perceived as a passive advisory body to an active institution that influences policy formulation. Furthermore, I called on the Council to play a constructive role in the constitutional reform, contributing to the development of a national blueprint for sustainable progress."