Posted 3/18/2024, 10:14:26 AM
Ofori-Atta Removed as Ghana Finance Minister in Major Cabinet Reshuffle, Takes Advisory Role
- President Akufo-Addo removed Ken Ofori-Atta as Finance Minister because after 7 years he needed a break and to take on more narrow roles
- 13 ministers were affected in the major February 2023 reshuffle
- Ofori-Atta was appointed as Senior Presidential Advisor on international finance and investments
- President continues to praise Ofori-Atta's performance as Finance Minister
- Government aims to balance IMF program and aspirations of Ghanaians ahead of December elections