This is what Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang did on her 1st day in office
On her historic first day (January 8, 2025) as Ghana’s first female Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang hosted a diplomatic delegation from the Israeli government, signaling her administration’s commitment to international cooperation and economic recovery.
The Israeli envoys, led by Ambassador Roey Gilad and Sharren Haskel, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, engaged in discussions with the Vice President at her office in Accra.
The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral relations and exploring avenues for mutual collaboration.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang, in a post on X (formerly Twitter), highlighted the key points of their discussions, emphasizing her administration's priorities.
My first day in office as Vice President of the Republic of Ghana included, notably, a visit from the Israeli Government.
— Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang (@NJOAgyemang) January 8, 2025
The diplomatic envoys of Israel to Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone were led by Ambassador Roey Gilad and Sharren Haskel, Deputy Minister for Foreign… pic.twitter.com/ZWhYDdC5uf
“Over the course of our discussion, I emphasised our willingness to collaborate with Israel and to align our priorities to achieve mutual benefits.
I highlighted the critical need for support as we work to rebuild our economy, particularly in the area of food security,” she wrote.
The Vice President’s emphasis on food security comes at a time when Ghana is prioritizing strategies to revitalize its economy and enhance resilience in key sectors.
The Israeli delegation expressed keen interest in supporting Ghana’s efforts, pledging to facilitate further discussions on collaborative opportunities.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang’s first day in office follows her swearing-in on January 7, 2025, where she made history as Ghana’s first female Vice President. Taking the oath of office alongside President John Dramani Mahama, she vowed to uphold the Constitution and advance the nation’s development agenda.
Her ascension to the Vice Presidency is a significant milestone in Ghana’s political landscape, representing progress in gender equity and leadership inclusion.