The President of Ghana, H. E John Dramani Mahama is Yet to release the full list of Regional Ministers after a list of Ministers for 10 Regions including Upper East Region was published through Presidency Communications in a letter Signed by Mr. Felix Kwakye Ofosu on Tuesday, January 14, 2025.

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PRESIDENT MAHAMA NOMINATES FIRST BATCH OF REGIONAL MINISTERS
The President, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, has submitted the names of the underlisted to Parliament, through the Speaker, for prior approval to serve as Regional
Ministers.

REGION
1.Northern
2.Oti
3.Volta
4.Eastern
5.North-East
6.Ashanti
7.Upper East
8.Ahafo
9.Savannah
10.Greater Accra

NAME
Ali Adolf John
John Kwadwo Gyapong
James Gunu
Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey
Ibrahim Tia
Dr. Frank Amoakohene
Akamugri Donatus Atanga
Charity Gardiner
Salisu Be-Awuribe
Linda Ocloo, MP

Biography of Each Appointee

Dr. Frank Amoakohene is a medical professional and youth leader with expertise in
healthcare, governance and public service. He holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery
from the University of Ghana, a Doctor of Medical Laboratory Science degree from the
University of Development Studies and an MBA from the Accra Business School. He is
currently the Ashanti Regional Secretary of the NDC.

Mr. James Gunu is a veteran media practitioner. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in
Journalism, a Master of Arts in Development Communication, and a Master of Arts in Local
Government Administration and Organisation. Mr Gunu is the former MCE for Akatsi.
Mrs. Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey is a distinguished leader with a wealth of experience in
governance, education, and community development. She holds an MPhil in Leadership
from the University of Professional Studies, Accra. And has an impressive track record as
a local governance practitioner, having served as Presiding Member of the Yilo Krobo
Municipal Assembly and Deputy Eastern Regional Women Organiser of the NDC. She is
also a seasoned educator and advocate for women’s empowerment, with a commitment
to advancing local development and inclusive governance. She is currently pursing a PhD
in Migration at the University of Ghana.
Mr. John Kwadwo Gyapong is a Business Executive and former Member of Parliament for
the Akan Constituency. He serves currently as the NDC Regional Chairman for the Oti
Region. He Holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the University of Cape
Coast.
Mr. Akamugri Donatus Atanga holds a Masters in Human Rights and a Bachelor of
Education Degree in Social Studies and Mathematics from the University of Education Winneba. He has previously served as a Coordinator of the National School Feeding Programme and Presiding Member of the Bongo District Assembly.
Mr. Ali Adolf John is an education professional, having served as a Tutor, Circuit Supervisor and Desk Officer within the Ghana Education Service structure. He holds a Bachelor of Education and Masters in Technology degrees from the University of Education, Winneba.
He is currently the Northern Regional Chairman of the NDC.
Madam Charity Gardiner is a businesswoman and Human Resource Professional with close to a decade of experience. She has strong credentials in non-profit, humanitarian work, with specific interest in girl child education and empowerment. She holds a Masters and Bachelors degrees in Human Resource Management.
Mr. Salisu Be-Awuribe is a Law Lecture, Lawyer, Valuation Professional and Development
Expert. He has previously served as District Chief Executive of the Central Gonja District.

He holds a Professional Qualifying Certificate in Law from the Ghana School of Law, a
Masters in Law degree from the University of Ghana and Bachelor of Law and Bachelor of Science in Land Economy from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.
Hon. Linda Ocloo is the Member of Parliament for the Shai-Osudoku constituency. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Administration (Banking and Finance option) from the University of Ghana.
Mr. Ibrahim Tia is a public health finance and local government professional with expertise
in systems management, public relations, and health financing. He has extensive experience, including his work with the National Health Insurance Scheme, where he rose from the position of District Manager to Deputy Regional Manager for the Northern Regional Office of the NHIA. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Information and Communication Technology, a Postgraduate Diploma in Management Studies, and a Mini
MBA in Project Management. Mr. Ibrahim Tia has served as the Regional Secretary of the
NDC in the North East Region since 2019.