The Member of Parliament for Yapei-Kusawgu, John Abdulai Jinapor has been named the energy minister-designate.
The John Mahama administration today January 9 announced its first set of ministerial appointments.
A statement issued by the presidency signed by the spokesperson of John Mahama, Felix Kwakye Ofosu described Hon. John Abdulai Jinapor as someone with a wealth of hands-on experience and competence.
The Presidency communication stated, “Hon. John Abdulai Jinapor brings a wealth of hands-on experience, and know-how to the energy portfolio. With his extensive qualifications, particularly in energy economics and finance, he is expected to bring much-needed dynamism and capabilities to transform the energy sector”.
“Hon. Jinapor holds a Master of Arts Degree (MA) in Economic Policy Management, an MBA in Marketing and a Master of Science (MSc) in Development Finance from the University of Ghana. He also holds a Master of Science (MSc) Degree in Energy Economics from GIMPA and a Postgraduate Diploma in Finance and Financial Law from the University of London”, it added.
The President submitted the ministerial nominations to the Speaker of Parliament in accordance with Article 78 of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana.
Meanwhile, the John Mahama government has set up a 12-member committee to avert the looming power crisis in the country.
The committee is expected to develop a road map to address both financial and technical issues.
Member of Parliament John Jinapor is Chairman of the Committee set up by the government and now the energy minister designate.
