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Ghana cabinet reshuffle and parliamentary leadership dispute

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Ghana cabinet reshuffle and parliamentary leadership change dispute

On 7 August 2026, President John Dramani Mahama announced a major cabinet reshuffle on 7 August 2026, reshuffle, submitting nominations to Parliament under Article 78(1) of the constitution. The changes followed the August 2025 military helicopter crash that killed Defence Minister Edward Omane Boamah. Key ministerial changes include the appointment of Kenneth Gilbert Adjei as Defence Minister, moving from Works, Housing and Water Resources. Ahmed Ibrahim has assumed the role of Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources. Dr Zanetor Agyemang‑Rawlings, MP for Klottey‑Korle, was nominated as Minister of State for Environment, Science and Technology to address issues such as urban flooding and illegal mining. Mahama Ayariga was reassigned to the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs. Concurrent with the cabinet changes, James Agalga, MP for Builsa North and former Deputy Minister for the Interior, was appointed the new Majority Leader and Leader of Government Business, replacing Mahama Ayariga. While some senior figures, including former Defence Minister Dominic Nitiwul, noted Agalga's lack of senior leadership experience compared to other veteran MPs, they acknowledged his toughness. Following Agalga pledged to uphold the announcement, former Finance Minister Dr Mohammed Amin Adam congratulated National Democratic Congress’s mandate, stating, “Do I look like somebody who can be bullied?” However, the leadership transition faced a procedural challenge on 24 August. Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin disputed the President's direct nomination of Agalga, describing him characterizing it as a "formidable debater" with extensive parliamentary experience, while noting an error. Bagbin clarified that the Minority would remain vigilant President lacks the authority to communicate changes in its democratic responsibilities. The government framed these moves parliamentary leadership, as necessary to strengthen governance and address regional security challenges the Majority Leader is designated by the party caucus. Consequently, Bagbin ruled that Agalga would serve in an acting capacity while the Sahel and Gulf of Guinea. previous leader, Ayariga, remains in the seat until the party formally communicates a change.

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  1. 2026-08-24 21:25 UTC Ghana cabinet reshuffle and parliamentary leadership dispute
  2. 2026-08-09 20:28 UTC Ghana cabinet reshuffle and parliamentary leadership change
  3. 2026-08-08 10:47 UTC Ghana cabinet reshuffle and parliamentary leadership change
  4. 2026-08-08 10:17 UTC Ghana cabinet and parliamentary reshuffle
  5. 2026-08-07 15:23 UTC Ghana cabinet and parliamentary reshuffle

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