Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, widely recognized as “Napo,” has officially resigned from his role as Ghana’s Minister for Energy.
This significant move comes in the wake of his nomination and subsequent confirmation as the Vice-Presidential candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the upcoming December 2024 elections.
In a formal statement released by the presidency, and signed by Communications Director Eugene Arhin, it was detailed that Dr. Prempeh’s resignation will be effective from Thursday, July 18, 2024.
The statement emphasized that this decision was made to enable Dr. Prempeh to dedicate himself fully to his new role, as the NPP endeavors to break the eight-year governance cycle.
The presidency’s statement read: “The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has today, Thursday, 11th July 2024, accepted the resignation from the office of Hon. Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, as Minister for Energy, with effect from 18th July 2024. This decision has been made to enable Dr. Opoku Prempeh to focus on his new role as the Vice-Presidential Candidate and Running Mate to the 2024 Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.”
President Akufo-Addo expressed his appreciation for Dr. Prempeh’s unwavering dedication and service, highlighting his notable achievements in both the education and energy sectors.
“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,” the statement noted.
Dr. Prempeh’s transition marks a pivotal shift as he assumes a crucial role in the NPP’s campaign strategy. His commitment to the party’s future success is evident as he prepares to support Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia in the forthcoming elections.
Dr. Prempeh’s political journey has been distinguished by his impactful reforms and initiatives, particularly during his time as Minister for Education. His leadership in the energy sector has also been praised for its progressive policies and efforts to enhance Ghana’s energy infrastructure.
As Dr. Prempeh steps into his new role, the NPP aims to leverage his experience and dedication to fortify their campaign and secure a historic victory in the December elections.
