Ato Forson Steps Down: Defence Ministry Transfers to New Hands

Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson has formally handed over the administration of the Ministry of Defence to Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, ending his tenure as the ministry’s caretaker. The handover comes nearly a year after Dr Ato Forson took charge of the ministry following the death of the substantive minister, Dr Edward Omane Boamah, in a helicopter crash on August 6, 2025.

Ministry Leadership Transferred to New Hands

The transfer of responsibility was confirmed with the signing of relevant documents by the outgoing and incoming ministers. Dr Ato Forson's period of interim leadership at the ministry has come to an end, allowing him to focus fully on his substantive role as Finance Minister.

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New Sector Minister Takes Charge

Mr Adjei has taken over the affairs of the Defence Ministry and will oversee its operations and policy direction as the new sector minister. The handover brings a new era of leadership to the ministry, with Mr Adjei now at the helm to steer its affairs.

The two ministers, Dr Ato Forson and Mr Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, have officially confirmed the change in leadership, bringing an end to Dr Ato Forson's tenure as caretaker of the Defence Ministry.

Focus Shifts to Finance Ministry

With the transfer of leadership now complete, Dr Ato Forson can focus on his duties as Finance Minister without the added responsibilities of the Defence Ministry. The handover allows the new minister to take charge of the Defence Ministry and set its future direction.

The Defence Ministry is now under the leadership of Mr Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, who will oversee its operations and policy direction. The ministry's new sector minister is expected to bring a fresh perspective to the role, with a new era of leadership now underway.

The transfer of leadership at the Defence Ministry marks a significant development in the country's administrative landscape, with Dr Ato Forson's tenure as caretaker coming to an end.

Source: JOY