Mahama Appoints Interim Security Team in Ghana

President-Elect John Dramani Mahama has formed a six-member Interim National Security Coordinating Team to oversee security matters as his administration prepares to take office on January 7, 2025. The team will be led by Prosper Douglas Bani, a former Minister for the Interior, and includes notable figures such as Lt. General Peter Augustine Blay (Rtd.) and Kofi Totobi Quakyi, former Minister for National Security. This initiative is aimed at ensuring a seamless transition and continued stability in national security operations. Mahama's return to the presidency follows his victory over Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia in the December elections, amidst expectations for economic recovery and national cohesion. The announcement underscores Ghana's commitment to democratic governance and a peaceful transfer of power, with international dignitaries expected to attend the swearing-in ceremony at Black Star Square in Accra.