The King of Dagbon, Ya-Na Mahama Abukari II, has expressed profound gratitude to President Akufo-Addo for appointing Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam as Minister of Finance and Economic Planning.
On February 14, 2024, the president appointed and re-assigned some ministers.
Dr Amin Adam was promoted to Minister of State at the Finance Ministry, making him the first Dagomba to hold that critical position.
In a speech read on his behalf, during a courtesy call on him by a high-powered government delegation to formally introduce the new Finance Minister, Yaa Naa Abukari II, thanked the president for his foresight and trust in the son of the land.
He said Dr Amin’s appointment was a great honour and a significant milestone in Ghana’s political landscape as it reflected a commitment to inclusivity and representation at the highest levels of government.
“I sincerely want to thank the president for this honour done to us by appointing you to this high office. I could not be more grateful,” the King said.
Expressing confidence in the abilities of the new minister, Yaa Naa urged the Karaga MP to uphold the spirit of fairness and equal opportunities for all who seek to benefit from his office.
He emphasised the significance of the appointment, highlighting the expectations of the people in the region and urged the minister to dedicate his tenure to serving the people diligently.
Among the delegation that accompanied Dr Mohammed Amin Adam to the Gbewaa Palace were several notable figures, including the Northern Regional Minister, Saani Alhassan Shaibu; Deputy Minister of Transport and MP for Gushegu, Alhassan Tampuli; MP for Mion, Musah Abdul Aziz Ayaba; MP for Tolon, Habib Iddrisu; and Northern Regional Chairman of the NPP, Mohammed Bantima Samba.
Dr. Amin Adam’s appointment comes at a time when the country is grappling with economic challenges, including rising debts, inflation, high food prices and huge unemployment.
He is expected to bring fresh perspectives and insights to the forefront of policies and programmes to get the economy back on track.
