The sitting is scheduled to begin at 8:30 am, where the committee will review the qualifications and readiness of the nominees for key positions in the country’s government.

The nominees expected to appear before the committee are Kwame Governs Abgodza, nominated for the position of Minister for Roads and Highways, Haruna Iddrisu, nominated for Education, and Eric Opoku, nominated for the role of Minister for Food and Agriculture. Given the critical nature of these sectors, the vetting process will focus on assessing the nominees’ preparedness to manage their respective portfolios effectively.

The Appointment Committee, which is chaired by Bernard Ahiafor with Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah serving as vice chairperson, will closely scrutinize the nominees to ensure that they possess the necessary experience, knowledge, and vision to lead in their respective fields. This vetting is crucial in determining whether the nominees can meet the challenges of the roles they are being proposed for.

In a social media post, Franklin Cudjoe, President of IMANI Africa, expressed his hope that the vetting process would be rigorous and thorough. Cudjoe emphasized the importance of probing questions that extend beyond political affiliations and are focused on the nominees’ ability to perform in their respective roles. He referenced Ato Coleman, an IMANI fellow, who advocates for a performance management system that transparently measures the effectiveness of ministers and their teams. “We need a more robust performance management system that transparently shows that objectives, outputs, and outcomes are being delivered, with clear Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to track progress,” Cudjoe echoed in his post.

As the vetting process unfolds, many are hopeful that the committee will ensure the highest standards of scrutiny, ensuring that the nominees are not only qualified but also prepared to deliver results for the people of Ghana. The focus on experience, maturity, and performance management systems reflects a growing demand for greater accountability and effectiveness in governance. The public will be watching closely to see how the committee conducts its work and how the nominees respond to the tough questions ahead.