According to Pulse Ghana. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has introduced the transition team in charge of ensuring a smooth transition of power to President-elect John Dramani Mahama's administration. The Presidential (Transition) Act of 2012 (Act 845) establishes the transition process with the goal of fostering governance stability and continuity.
Official Statement on Transition
A statement released on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, by Eugene Arhin, the Director of Communications at the Presidency, emphasized the importance of the transition process in strengthening Ghana’s democratic credentials.
"The government is committed to a smooth and efficient transition to maintain stability and continuity in governance, as required by the Presidential (Transition) Act," the statement read.
Akufo-Addo’s Transition Team
The outgoing administration’s transition team comprises key officials who are integral to the government’s operations. Below is the full list of members:
Core Members:
Hon. Akosua Frema Osei-Opare - Chief of Staff and Head of Presidential Staff under the Presidential Office Act, 1993 (Act 463).
Godfred Yeboah Dame - Attorney-General.
Hon. Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu - Minister responsible for Presidential Affairs.
Hon. Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam - Minister responsible for Finance.
Hon. Henry Quartey - Minister responsible for the Interior.
Hon. Dominic Nitiwul - Minister responsible for Defence.
Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey - Minister responsible for Foreign Affairs.
Hon. Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah - Minister responsible for Local Government.
Hon. Albert Kan-Dapaah - Minister responsible for National Security.
Additional Members:
Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh - Head of Civil Service.
Dr. Nana Ato Arthur - Head of Local Government Service.
Amb. Mercy Debrah-Karikari - Secretary to the Cabinet.
Edward Asomani - National Security Coordinator.
Mahama’s Transition Team
President-elect John Mahama has also announced his team to oversee the handover process. The team is composed of experienced politicians and technocrats:
Hon. Julius Debrah - Co-Chairperson.
Hon. Johnson Asiedu Nketia - Member.
Hon. Fifi Fiavi Kwetey - Member.
Dr. Callistus Mahama - Member and Secretary to the Transition Team.
Dr. Valerie Sawyer - Member.
Prof. Kwamena Ahwoi - Member.
Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson - Member.
Hon. Mahama Ayariga - Member.
Hon. Goosie Tanoh - Member.
Dr. Edward Omane Boamah - Member.
Additionally, the President-elect has nominated Rt. Hon. Edward Doe Adjaho as a member of the Transitional Advisory Council.
Inauguration of Transition Team
The transition team is set to be inaugurated on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Both President Akufo-Addo and President-elect Mahama will serve as co-chairpersons of the team. However, in the absence of President Akufo-Addo, Hon. Akosua Frema Osei-Opare will act as the co-chairperson.
Advisory Council Appointment
In line with Section 5 (1) of the Act, President Akufo-Addo has also appointed Rt. Hon. Prof. Aaron Mike Oquaye, a former Speaker of Parliament, to the Transitional Advisory Council. The council will be chaired by the current Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Bagbin.
Commitment to Ghana’s Democracy
Both the outgoing and incoming administrations have pledged to uphold the integrity of the transition process, ensuring a peaceful and efficient transfer of power. This collaborative effort reflects Ghana’s growing reputation as a model of democracy in Africa.
The smooth transition underscores the commitment of both leaders to prioritize the nation’s stability and unity during this critical period.
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