A statement issued by the Flagstaff House said the two names had been submitted to the Council of State for consideration.

The changes are the latest after President John Mahama brought in a sidelined former Communications Minister Spio- Garbrah as new trade minister.

Gariba is a policy, governance and evaluation specialist with over 30 years’ experience in providing governance and strategic advice to governments, regional and International institutions.

Ahwoi has held various positions in government and business.

He is a former Minister of State and also a former Chief Executive of the Ghana Investment Promotions Centre.

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