Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, prevalently known as NAPO, has left his situation as Energy Clergyman. The declaration comes after the Manhyia South MP was outdoored as the running mate of Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, flagbearer of the New Energetic Party (NPP). Dr.’s resignation has been accepted by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo in the interim. As Minister of Energy, Opoku Prempeh will take office on July 18, 2024. This choice has been made to empower Dr. Opoku Prempeh to zero in on his new job as the Running Mate to the 2024 Official Up-and-comer of the New Enthusiastic Party (NPP), VP Dr. Bawumia Mahamudu
In a statement by the Director of Communications at the Presidency, Eugene Arhin noted that President Akufo-Addo has expressed his deep gratitude to Dr. Opoku Prempeh for his dedicated service to the government and the people of Ghana.
“His tenure as Minister for Education and as Minister for Energy has been marked by a stellar record of accomplishments and significant contributions to the education and energy sectors.
“In light of Dr. Opoku Prempeh’s resignation, President Akufo-Addo has asked the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Abu Jinapor, MP for Damongo, to exercise Cabinet oversight responsibility over the Ministry of Energy.
“Additionally, the Minister-of-State-designate at the Ministry of Energy, Herbert Krapa, will be responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Ministry.
“The President has asked the two persons to liaise closely with Dr. Opoku Prempeh to ensure a smooth transition in the affairs of the Ministry.
