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Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson Appears Before Parliament for Finance Minister Vetting.

Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Finance Minister-designate, began his vetting process today, January 13, 2025, before Parliament's Appointments Committee. His nomination follows President John Mahama's recent ministerial appointments, which also include John Abdulai Jinapor for Energy and Dr. Dominic Ayine for Attorney General and Minister for Justice.The vetting process marks the first step in Dr. Forson's anticipated role, where he aims to stabilize Ghana's economy and address key financial issues. His leadership promises initiatives like enhanced coordination with the Bank of Ghana to stabilize the cedi and the establishment of an Independent Value for Money Office to curb wastage.As part of President Mahama's government restructuring, Dr. Forson's potential leadership has been commended for its strategic focus on economic stability and cost efficiency.

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Ato Forson Urges NDC to Uphold Integrity and Accountability in Government.

Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the incoming majority leader in Ghana’s next parliament, has called on the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to prioritize integrity, probity, and accountability as it prepares to form the new government. Speaking during parliament’s first sitting post the December 7 elections, Dr. Forson emphasized the importance of people-centered policies that place the needs of Ghanaians above political interests.In his address, he warned against repeating the mistakes of the outgoing Akufo-Addo/Bawumia administration. "We cannot be like this NPP government," he said, urging the NDC to act with transparency and avoid serving the elite and their associates. He stressed that the incoming government must focus on delivering policies that benefit ordinary Ghanaians.

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