Accra: Madam Dorcas Affo-Toffey, the Deputy Minister-Designate for Transport, has committed to supporting various initiatives to reduce road accidents nationwide. During her vetting by the Appointments Committee of Parliament at Parliament House, Accra, Madam Affo-Toffey highlighted several strategies she plans to implement in collaboration with the substantive minister to address this pressing issue.
According to Ghana News Agency, Madam Affo-Toffey emphasized the importance of public education on road safety, an effective emergency response system, and the installation of clear road signage and speed-detecting cameras. "Mr. Chairman, we will put in place measures to curb accidents," she stated, underscoring the necessity of enforcing and strengthening existing traffic laws as a priority to ensure road safety.
She proposed a comprehensive approach that includes public education, a robust emergency response system, improved road signage, and technology utilization to monitor speeding. Madam Affo-Toffey assured the Committee of her commitment to working closely with the minister to implement these initiatives and enhance road safety across Ghana.
President John Dramani Mahama, adhering to Articles 78(1) and 79(1) of the 1992 Constitution, has nominated four deputy ministers for parliamentary approval. The nominees include Madam Dorcas Affo-Toffey, NDC MP for Jomoro as Deputy Minister-Designate for Transport; Mr. James Gyakye Quayson, NDC MP for Assin North as Deputy Minister-Designate for Foreign Affairs; Mr. Mohammed Adam Sukparu, NDC MP for Sissala West as Deputy Minister-Designate for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations; and Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, NDC MP for Essikado-Ketan as Deputy Minister-Designate for Health.
President Mahama submitted the nominations to Parliament through Speaker Mr. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin. The Speaker subsequently referred the nominations to the Appointment Committee of Parliament for vetting and reporting to the House, a process scheduled to assess the nominees' qualifications, experience, and vision for their respective ministries.
"This is the last batch of deputy ministers nominated by the President," stated Mr. Felix Kwaykye Ofosu, the minister in charge of Government Communications, in a statement on Wednesday, July 9. The vetting process aims to ensure the nominees are well-equipped to strengthen governance and improve service delivery in key sectors, aligning with President Mahama's vision for a responsive and efficient government.
According to President Mahama, these appointments are vital for building a government capable of addressing key development priorities and delivering effectively to the people of Ghana.
