Africa-Press – Ghana. Toffey, Friday highlighted the importance of gender equity in the transport space, describing the current lack of female representation as a “gap that needs urgent redress.” She said: “Mr. Chairman, let’s mainstream women in transport.”
She, therefore expressed her intention to work towards integrating women into various roles within the sector, including technical, operational, and leadership positions.
Madam Affo-Toffey made the remarks when she appeared before Parliament’s Appointments Committee in Parliament House, Accra, to be vetted.
Madam Affo-Toffey, also a National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament for Jomoro also pledged her full commitment to assisting the substantive Minister in achieving a well-functioning, safe, and efficient transport system in Ghana.
She said: “Mr. Chairman, we will work tirelessly to ensure a safe, efficient transport system.”
She underscored her readiness to play an active and results-driven role at the Ministry of Transport.
“Mr. Chairman, I will not be a passive figure but will be deeply involved in the day-to-day workings and strategic direction of the Ministry,” she stated.
President John Dramani Mahama in line with Articles 78(1) and 79(1) of the 1992 Constitution, appointed four deputy ministers for parliamentary approval.
The nominees include Madam Dorcas Affo-Toffey, an NDC MP for Jomoro—Deputy Minister-designate for Transport; Mr. James Gyakye Quayson, NDC MP for Assin North—Deputy Minister-designate for Foreign Affairs; Mr. Mohammed Adam Sukparu, NDC MP for Sissala West—Deputy Minister-designate for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations; and Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, NDC MP for Essikado-Ketan—Deputy Minister-designate for Health.
President Mahama formally submitted the nominations to Parliament through the Speaker, Mr. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin.
As a result, the Speaker referred the nominations to the Appointment Committee of Parliament on Thursday, July 18, for vetting and reporting to the House.
The outcome of the vetting process will determine whether the nominees are approved to assume their roles, forming part of the government’s strategy to strengthen governance and improve service delivery in key sectors.
“This is the last batch of deputy ministers” nominated by the President, Mr. Felix Kwaykye Ofosu, Minister in charge of Government Communications, stated in a statement on Wednesday, July 9.
The vetting process will assess the nominees’ qualifications, experience, and vision for their respective ministries, a memorandum issued by the Media Relations Department of Parliament.
According to President Mahama, these appointments are crucial to building a responsive and efficient government capable of delivering on key development priorities.
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