President John Mahama has initiated a significant reform in his administration by reducing the number of ministries from 30 to 23.
This strategic move aims to streamline governance, minimize administrative costs, and enhance overall efficiency.
According to William Boadi, Executive Director of Educate Africa Institute (EAI), this reduction fosters collaboration among ministries, curbs bureaucracy, and conserves public funds for developmental projects. It also promotes accountability, enabling the government to focus on delivering impactful policies and programs.
The 23 retained ministries include key portfolios such as Finance, Interior, Defense, Foreign Affairs, Justice, Health, Education, and Energy, among others.
This restructuring is expected to improve governance and drive sustainable development.
William Boadi commended President Mahama’s decision, stating, “President Mahama has indeed started well, and this reduction of ministries is a positive step that deserves recognition and support.”
He emphasized that this move demonstrates Mahama’s commitment to efficient governance and prioritizing national development.
As a think tank, Educate Africa Institute (EAI) applauds President Mahama’s bold initiative. This restructuring is seen as a significant step toward achieving sustainable and efficient governance systems.
See the full statement issued by EAI below.
President John Mahama Has Started Well With a Strategic Move – William Boadi, Educate Africa Institute (EAI)
President John Mahama has demonstrated visionary leadership by reducing the number of ministries in his administration from 30 to 23. This decision reflects a commitment to streamlining governance, cutting administrative costs, and enhancing efficiency. As a political analyst, I commend this initiative as a step in the right direction toward ensuring effective governance and prudent use of resources.
Former 30 Ministries:
1. Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning
2. Ministry of Interior
3. Ministry of Defense
4. Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration
5. Ministry of Justice and Attorney General’s Department
6. Ministry of Health
7. Ministry of Education
8. Ministry of Local Government and Rural Development
9. Ministry of Roads and Highways
10. Ministry of Transport
11. Ministry of Agriculture
12. Ministry of Energy and Petroleum
13. Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources
14. Ministry of Water Resources, Works, and Housing
15. Ministry of Youth and Sports
16. Ministry of Employment and Labor Relations
17. Ministry of Trade and Industry
18. Ministry of Communications
19. Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation
20. Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection
21. Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts
22. Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture Development
23. Ministry of Information
24. Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
25. Ministry of Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs
26. Ministry of Regional Development and Coordination
27. Ministry of Public Sector Reforms
28. Ministry of National Security
29. Ministry of Private Sector Development
30. Ministry of State Enterprises
Current 23 Ministries:
1. Ministry of Finance
2. Ministry of Interior
3. Ministry of Defense
4. Ministry of Foreign Affairs
5. Ministry of Justice and Attorney General
6. Ministry of Health
7. Ministry of Education
8. Ministry of Local Government
9. Ministry of Roads and Highways
10. Ministry of Transport
11. Ministry of Agriculture
12. Ministry of Energy
13. Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources
14. Ministry of Water and Housing
15. Ministry of Youth and Sports
16. Ministry of Employment
17. Ministry of Trade and Industry
18. Ministry of Communications
19. Ministry of Science and Technology
20. Ministry of Gender and Social Protection
21. Ministry of Tourism and Culture
22. Ministry of Fisheries
23. Ministry of Information
Why This Move Matters
According to political analyst William Boadi, reducing the number of ministries fosters inter-ministerial collaboration, curbs bureaucracy, and conserves public funds that can be redirected to developmental projects. This action enhances accountability and enables the government to focus on delivering impactful policies and programs.
President Mahama has indeed started well, and this reduction of ministries is a positive step that deserves recognition and support. It shows his commitment to efficient governance and prioritizing the nation’s development over political appointments.
This bold move should serve as an example to other leaders across the continent striving for sustainable and efficient governance systems. Educate Africa Institute (EAI), as a think tank body, is pleased that President Mahama has started well. No more jobs for the boys.
Signed
William Boadi
Executive Director of Educate Africa Institute (EAI), Educationist, Political Analyst, and Social Worker
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