President last week nominated the Member of Parliament for Essikado-Ketan, Professor Dr Grace Ayensu-Danquah, as Deputy Minister for Health, continuing his administration's commitment to appointing seasoned professionals to key positions.
The appointment brings Prof Ayensu-Danquah's significant medical expertise to the Ministry of Health, at a time when health has become central to the president's administration following the launch of the Ghana Medical Trust, christened 'Mahama Cares'.
The National Democratic Congress Member of Parliament (MP) is expected to complement the astute Minister of Health, , to prosecute President Mahama's bold vision for the health centre.
Stellar credentials Prof Ayensu-Danquah's impressive credentials span clinical practice, academia, and public health across two continents.