Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, nominated as Deputy Minister for Health, underwent a high-profile vetting by Ghana's Parliament, where her qualifications and use of the title 'Professor' were questioned. She robustly defended her academic and professional credentials, citing over 15 years of teaching surgery. The session was marked by a tense exchange with Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, who later issued a public apology for his remarks. Dr. Ayensu-Danquah also pledged to address the backlog of unemployed doctors and nurses if confirmed. The vetting highlighted both her professional background and the political dynamics surrounding her appointment.
Glad to see Dr. Ayensu-Danquah standing her ground and promising to tackle unemployment among health workers—let’s hope Parliament supports real investment in our public healthcare system instead of just playing politics.
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Honestly, I’m glad Dr. Ayensu-Danquah stood her ground during that vetting. It’s refreshing to see a qualified woman with a strong academic and professional background push back against unnecessary skepticism, especially when her credentials are pretty clear. The Minority Leader’s apology was the right move—parliament needs more accountability and civility, not political grandstanding. I’m especially hopeful about her pledge to tackle the backlog of unemployed doctors and nurses; that’s exactly the kind of practical, people-focused policy we need. All in all, this whole episode just shows why transparency and respect in our political process are so important.
