Hon.Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh Resigns As Minister Of Energy
The president of the Republic of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, was yesterday Thursday, 11th July 2024, accepted the resignation from the office of Hon. Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh, Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, as Minister for Energy, with effect from 18th July 2024. This decision has been made to enable Dr. Opoku Prempeh to focus on his new role as the running mate to the Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr.Mahamudu Bawumia.
President Akufo-Addo has expressed his deep gratitude to Hon. Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh for his dedicated service to the government and the people of Ghana. His tenure as Minister for Energy has been marked by a stellar record of accomplshments and significant contributions to the education and energy sectors.
In light of Dr. Opoku Prempeh’s resignation, President Akufo-Addo has asked the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Abu Jinapor, MP for Damango, the Minister-of-State-designate at the Ministry of Energy, Herbert Krapa, will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Ministry.
The President has asked the two presons to liaise closely with Dr. Opoku Prempeh to ensure a smooth transition in the affairs of the Ministry.
The President extends his best wishes and God’s blessings to Dr. Opoku Prempeh in his new role, and is confident that he will continue to serve the party and the nation with distinction.
