2024 Joint Transition Team inaugurated

The Joint Transition Team made up of representatives from President Akufo-Addo's outgoing administration and the incoming government led by President-elect John Dramani Mahama, has officially begun its work following an inauguration ceremony at the Accra International Conference Centre.

This event marked the formal initiation of the process to facilitate a seamless handover of power. Outgoing President Akufo-Addo emphasized the importance of complying with the Presidential Transition Act to maintain Ghana’s reputation as a stronghold of democracy.

“Our commitment to the Transition Act reinforces Ghana’s standing as a nation where democracy flourishes, even during challenging periods,” he said. He called on both teams to approach their responsibilities with openness, collaboration, and mutual respect.

President-elect John Mahama echoed these sentiments, expressing his appreciation for Nana Akufo-Addo's detailed briefings on key national issues, including security and the economy. Mahama reiterated the need for cooperation throughout the transition, highlighting the importance of the Presidential Transition Act in ensuring stability and continuity.

The Joint Transition Team has been tasked with overseeing the transfer of governance, ensuring that essential national projects and policies continue uninterrupted during this period of change.

The team includes key members from both administrations:

President-elect John Mahama’s appointees:

• Hon. Julius Debrah (Co-Chairperson)
• Hon. Johnson Asiedu Nketia
• Hon. Fifi Fiavi Kwetey
• Dr. Callistus Mahama (Member/Secretary)
• Dr. Valerie Sawyer
• Prof. Kwamena Ahwoi
• Hon. Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson
• Hon. Mahama Ayariga
• Hon. Goosie Tanoh
• Dr. Edward Omane Boamah
  Additionally, Edward Doe Adjaho has been nominated to serve on the Transitional Advisory Council.

President Akufo-Addo’s appointees:

• Hon. Akosua Frema Osei-Opare (Chief of Staff)
• Godfred Yeboah Dame (Attorney-General)
• Hon. Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu (Minister for Presidential Affairs)
• Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam (Minister for Finance)
• Hon. Henry Quartey (Minister for Interior)
• Hon. Dominic Nitiwul (Minister for Defence)
• Hon. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey (Minister for Foreign Affairs)
• Hon. Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah (Minister for Local Government)
• Hon. Albert Kan Dapaah (Minister for National Security)

Additional members as stipulated by the Act:

• Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh (Head of Civil Service)
• Dr. Nana Ato Arthur (Head of Local Government Service)
• Ambassador Mercy Debrah-Karikari (Secretary to the Cabinet)
• Mr. Edward Asomani (National Security Coordinator)

The inauguration highlighted Ghana’s commitment to orderly governance and democratic principles, cementing its reputation as a model of democratic transitions in Africa.