Farmer and Member of Parliament (MP) for Ayawaso West-Wuogon, John Setor Dumelo has been named Deputy Minister for Food and Agriculture by President Mahama.
Dumelo’s nomination was announced in an official communique from the Office of the Presidency on February 5, 2025.
Dumelo, a long-time farmer has extensive experience in agribusiness, with a successful track record as a farmer with plantations across the northern regions of Ghana.
Months after being elected as MP for the first time, the long-standing NDC politician has been nominated to serve in a sector he is passionate about.
Dumelo owns a variety of agricultural ventures, including poultry and ginger farms.
However, his nomination has been met with mixed reactions. While some Ghanaians have congratulated him for his nomination due to his hard work and commitment to the agricultural sector, others have expressed doubt about whether Dumelo has garnered enough experiences to succeed in the role.
From actor to politician! John Dumelo’s new role as Deputy Minister for Food & Agriculture is a bold move! Wishing him all the best!
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Practical farmer going into office
— Eunice Ofori (@queen_unis) February 5, 2025
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One of the best appointment from JM so far…
— DMX (@Barishandess1) February 5, 2025
John Dumelo has worked so hard for anything and everything he’s achieved on his political journey. Dude deserves to serve in all capacities given him by the NDC and the people of Ghana.
It’s a motivation for many young people out there.
I wish you very well, my brother.
— KMJ – God’s Good Humour On Earth 🎤🦅 (@KMJonAIR) February 5, 2025
President Mahama’s appointment of John Dumelo as Deputy Minister Designate for Agriculture is a wise choice.
— MR.LAW (@the_law_himself) February 5, 2025
