President John Dramani Mahama has approved the appointment of Dr. Samuel Ofosu Ampofo as Policy Adviser, Political, to the Office of the Vice President. The appointment, announced on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, aims to bolster governance and policy coordination within the Office of the Vice President as part of the government’s Resetting Ghana agenda.
Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Acting Spokesperson to the President, confirmed the appointments in an official statement, emphasizing the administration’s commitment to building a better Ghana through capable leadership.
In addition to Mr. Segbefia, former National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Dr. Samuel Ofosu Ampofo has been named Policy Advisor to the Vice President.
Both appointments reflect the administration’s focus on leveraging seasoned professionals with extensive experience to drive efficient governance and ensure the successful implementation of key policies.
The appointees include:
Alex Percival Segbefia – Chief of Staff to the Vice President
Mrs. Alberta Graham – Head of Administration
Professor Theresah Ennin – Presidential Staffer & Special Aide to the Vice President
Ms. Daniella Mavis Mathias – Secretary to the Vice President
Dr. Samuel Ofosu Ampofo – Policy Adviser, Political
Prof. Sharif Mahmud Khalid – Policy Adviser, Economic
Dr. Hamza Zakaria – Policy Adviser, Economic
Ms. Mansa Amoa Awuah – Policy Adviser, Finance
Dr. Miriam Rahinatu Iddrisu – Policy Adviser, Social Sector
Maame Ama Pratt – Press Secretary
