Mireku Duker questions Mahama Ayariga’s grassroots experience for Local Government Ministry role
Former Tarkwa MP Mireku Duker has raised questions about whether newly appointed Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs Minister Mahama Ayariga has sufficient grassroots political experience for the role.
Former Tarkwa MP Mireku Duker has raised doubts about Mahama Ayariga's suitability for the Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs Ministry position, questioning his grassroots political experience. While acknowledging Ayariga's extensive background as a lawyer, parliamentarian and former minister, Duker stressed the need for a leader with a deep understanding of local politics and community-level governance for the ministry.
He highlighted his own experience as a former Municipal Chief Executive and staff member at the Local Government Ministry, emphasizing his familiarity with the ministry's operations and challenges. Duker argued that parliamentary experience alone may not be sufficient for the demands of grassroots political engagement. Despite his concerns, he expressed confidence in Ayariga's competence, describing him as a friend and accomplished lawyer.
President John Dramani Mahama announced the latest ministerial appointments and reassignments on August 7, 2026, with Ayariga taking on the role of Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, while Ibrahim Ahmed was reassigned to the Ministry of Works, Housing and Water Resources.
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