The President-elect of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, has officially unveiled the first set of appointments to his Office of the President ahead of his swearing-in ceremony. The appointments, which take effect from Tuesday, January 7, 2025, signal the start of what is expected to be a dynamic administration with a strong focus on governance, security, and economic development.
Key Appointments:
Julius Debrah has been appointed Chief of Staff. Debrah brings extensive experience in public administration and leadership to the role, having previously served in various high-level government capacities.
Dr. Callistus Mahama will serve as the Executive Secretary to the President, ensuring effective coordination and execution of presidential directives.
Prosper Douglas Bani takes the position of Head of the Interim Security Taskforce, underscoring the administration’s commitment to national security.
Dr. Valerie Sawyer has been named Senior Presidential Advisor for Governmental Affairs, tasked with providing strategic counsel on key governmental issues.
Augustus Goosie Tannoh has been appointed Presidential Advisor Responsible for the 24-hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development, a move aimed at driving Ghana’s economic transformation and boosting exports.
Marietta Agyeiwaa Brew will serve as Legal Counsel to the President, ensuring sound legal guidance for the Office of the President.
Hon. Felix Kwakye Ofosu has been designated as the Acting Spokesperson to the President, responsible for official communications and public engagement.
The appointments were announced in a statement signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Special Aide to the President-elect.
These strategic appointments reflect the President-elect’s vision of assembling a team with diverse expertise to address pressing national issues, including economic recovery, security, and governance reforms.
As Ghana awaits the inauguration of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, the nation looks forward to how these seasoned professionals will help shape the administration’s policies and deliver on its promises.
For further inquiries, contact:
Felix Kwakye Ofosu
Special Aide
Email: office@johnmahama.org
