Hon. Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed (MP), MEST Minister Designate, Vetted by the Appointments Committee

On January 30, 2025, Hon. Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed (MP), the Minister Designate for the Ministry of Environment, Science, and Technology (MEST), was formally vetted by the Appointments Committee. The session was an important part of the process for assessing the qualifications and suitability of the nominee for the role of Minister.

During the vetting, Hon. Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed was questioned by members of the committee on various aspects of his experience, vision, and plans for the Ministry, particularly in areas of environmental sustainability, science and technology innovation, and driving key policy initiatives under MEST.

Present at the session were the Chief Director of the Ministry, Directors, and representatives from several MEST agencies. Their participation underscored the collaborative nature of the Ministry, which plays a crucial role in advancing Ghana’s development through environmental protection and technological advancement.

The vetting process was a vital step in ensuring that the Ministry would continue to be led by individuals who are well-equipped to contribute to the country’s growth. The Ministry looks forward to Hon. Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed’s potential leadership and the realization of transformative initiatives under his tenure.

The confirmation of Hon. Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed is now awaited, with optimism for the future of MEST under his guidance.