General News of Saturday, 18 July 2026

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President Mahama hints at changing some ministers

President Mahama, Vice President in a photographdr with some of his ministers President Mahama, Vice President in a photographdr with some of his ministers

President John Dramani Mahama has indicated that his administration will undertake further reshuffles as part of efforts to strengthen governance and create more opportunities for individuals to serve in government.

Speaking during the Reset Tour and a citizens' engagement in the Volta Region on Friday, July 17, President Mahama said changes within his administration should be expected, stressing that appointments to public office would remain dynamic.

"There'll be reshuffles and reshuffles and reshuffles, so just stand in readiness. Who knows, your turn will come and you'll be invited to serve," he said.

The President explained that his government has adopted a lean approach to governance aimed at reducing public expenditure while improving efficiency in the public sector.

According to him, the number of presidential staff, advisers and other officials at the Presidency has been reduced from about 300 under previous arrangements to just over 200.

"We've kept it lean and mean, and that is how we're able to cut down some of the waste," President Mahama stated.

He further disclosed that his administration has limited the number of ministers to 60, with several ministries and all regional ministerial offices operating without deputy ministers.

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President Mahama said the move forms part of his government's commitment to reducing the cost of governance while ensuring effective service delivery.

His comments come amid growing public speculation over a possible ministerial reshuffle, as the government continues to implement its policy agenda and fulfil its campaign promises.

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