We will bring down inflation, stabilise the Cedi – Ato Forson

The Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has assured Ghanaians that the Mahama administration will work to bring down inflation, stabilise the Cedi.

He also said that the government will create jobs , foster inclusive growth, and create opportunities for all Ghanaians.

“Let me emphasise that Ghana is open for business. We welcome partnerships and investments that will drive sustainable development and prosperity for all,” he wrote on his X page after his approval by parliament on Tuesday, January 21.

The Ejumako Enyan Essiam lawmaker said “I am deeply humbled and grateful to the Almighty God for this opportunity to serve Ghana in the capacity of Finance Minister. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to H.E. President John Dramani Mahama for entrusting me with this enormous responsibility, to Parliament for their confidence and support, and to the people of Ghana for their trust.

“As I assume this high office, I assure all Ghanaians that I am committed to serving with humility, integrity, diligence, and transparency. Together, we will work to bring down inflation, stabilise the Cedi, create jobs , foster inclusive growth, and create opportunities for all Ghanaians.

“Let me emphasise that Ghana is open for business. We welcome partnerships and investments that will drive sustainable development and prosperity for all. With unity, resilience, and hard work, I believe we can achieve great things for our beloved country. Thank you, and may God continue to bless our homeland Ghana and make our nation great and strong.”

I am deeply humbled and grateful to the Almighty God for this opportunity to serve Ghana in the capacity of Finance Minister.

I extend my heartfelt gratitude to H.E. President John Dramani Mahama for entrusting me with this enormous responsibility, to Parliament for their… pic.twitter.com/SGb5rD7Lbs

— Cassiel Ato Forson(PhD) (@Cassielforson) January 21, 2025

Dr Forson is not the only minister to have been approved by the House sao far. Similarly, Dr Dominic Ayine and John Jinapor have been approved as Ministers for Justice and Attorney General and Energy respectively.

The House approved the nominees on Tuesday, January 21 after a debate. The three were the first to have been nominated by President John Dramani Mahama.

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