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Mercy360 Blog of Tuesday, 4 February 2025
Source: Mercy Mensah
In a surprising disclosure, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, Deputy Majority Leader of Parliament, revealed that the administration had requested that Members of Parliament (MPs) not proceed with the vetting of Linda Ocloo, the proposed Minister for Trade and Industry. Afenyo-Markin’s statements shed insight on the back-room conversations that took place during Ocloo’s screening process.
According to Afenyo-Markin, government officials asked MPs multiple times to reconsider the decision to vet Ocloo, citing worries about her suitability for the post. This discovery has sparked concerns about the political maneuvering that frequently occurs during the vetting of cabinet nominees in Ghana.
Ocloo, a former Shai-Osudoku MP, has faced criticism for her qualifications and experience as director of the Trade and Industry Ministry, particularly considering the country’s economic woes. Some MPs and public observers have expressed doubts about her capacity to oversee the ministry amidst requests for economic changes.
The government begged us not to vet Linda Ocloo reveals Afenyo-Markin.
Despite the government’s wishes, Afenyo-Markin underlined the significance of openness in the vetting process, arguing that MPs must properly analyze applicants’ qualifications to ensure that the best people are nominated to serve the country.
Minister vetting is a controversial process in Ghanaian politics, with numerous political factions weighing in on applicants’ fitness. As Ocloo’s vetting garners more attention, it remains to be seen how the public and political elites will react to the increasing discussion.
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