Parliament approves Kofi Adams as Minister of Sports and Recreation
Ghana’s Parliament confirmed the appointment of Mr Kofi Iddie Adams as the new Minister of Sports and Recreation on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
This decision follows his successful vetting by the Appointments Committee, where he underwent a thorough examination of his qualifications, policy proposals and vision for the ministry. The process lasted for several hours.
As the Member of Parliament for Buem Constituency, Adams highlighted the need for increased funding for sports and emphasized his commitment to supporting underfunded sectors within the sports industry.
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He is set to be sworn in by President John Dramani Mahama alongside other newly approved nominees, marking the official start of his tenure.
Adams succeeds Mustapha Ussif, the MP for Yagaba-Kubori Constituency, who served as Minister of Sports and Recreation from 2021 to 2025.