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Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang

Also known as: Vice-President · Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang · Vice President Opoku Agyeman · Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang · Vice-President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang · Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang · Vice-President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang · Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang · Prof Jane Opoku-Agyemang · Vice President Jane Opoku-Agyemang · Vice President Prof. Opoku-Agyemang · Prof Naana Jane · Vice President Prof Naana Jane · Prof Jane Naana

Vice President of Ghana; appears in coverage of education, maternal health, gender equity, agriculture, and environmental policy initiatives.

2026-04-272026-10-08

In coverage

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  1. July 2026
  2. Joy Online

    … r highlighted the success of the Vodza Easter Regatta, organised in partnership with the Vodza Eco-Tourism Initiative, describing it as an emerging tourism product that had gained national attention following the participation of Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang …

    Government targets Volta Region as Ghana’s next major tourism hub — Abla Gomashie
  3. Joy Online

    … r highlighted the success of the Vodza Easter Regatta, organised in partnership with the Vodza Eco-Tourism Initiative, describing it as an emerging tourism product that had gained national attention following the participation of Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang …

    Tourism Ministry targets Volta Region as major eco-tourism hub – Gomashie
  4. Joy Online

    … ister highlighted the success of the Vodza Easter Regatta, organised in partnership with the Vodza Eco-Tourism Initiative, describing it as an emerging tourism product that gained national attention following the participation of Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang …

    Tourism Ministry targets Volta Region as major eco-tourism hub – Gomashie
  5. Joy Online

    Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has joined the Wesley Girls’ High School community for the unveiling of the official logo for the school’s 190th anniversary celebrations, describing the occasion as a tribute to generations of women whose vision transformed girls’ ed …

    Photos: Vice President joins Wesley Girls to unveil logo for school’s 190th anniversary celebrations
  6. The Ghanaian Times

    … Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called on the Church to protect its moral authority by remaining independent of partisan politics and consistently speaking out against corruption, injustice and abuse, regardless of which political party is in power. …

    Church must remain independent and speak on principle, not politics — Vice President
  7. Joy Online

    … Speaking during Vice-President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang’s working visit to the ministry, the minister said the interventions have strengthened the ability of security agencies to investigate drug-related crimes and ensure offenders face justice. …

    Interior Ministry recovers 73 assets linked to drug trafficking
  8. The Ghanaian Times

    … Among those who participated were the Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang; the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II; the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama; Ministers of State, Members of Parliament, Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Execut …

    Improving waste collection in Accra: Activate 6 waste transfer stations – President directs Zoomlion
  9. Joy Online

    … The President and Vice President, Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, joined the cleaning too. …

    When Ghana rolled up its sleeves
  10. Two-day nationwide cleanup exercise begins Friday in seven regions

    1. Joy Online

      Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang joined staff and officials at Jubilee House to participate in the nationwide clean-up exercise on Friday, July 10, reinforcing the call for collective responsibility in maintaining a clean environment. …

      Photos: Vice President joins nationwide clean-up exercise
    2. Joy Online

      Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged Ghanaians to take collective responsibility for keeping the country clean, saying poor sanitation affects everyone, including people who may not have contributed to the problem. …

      Vice President urges shared responsibility as she joins national clean-up exercise in Nungua
Politics

Ghana launches social protection and gender equity legal frameworks

The News

Ghana will officially launch three legal instruments on October 7, 2026: the Social Protection Act 2025, Social Protection Regulations 2026, and Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Regulations 2026. The frameworks aim to establish a coordinated national social protection system and advance gender equity and inclusion.

6 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 6 October

  1. Ghana launches social protection and gender equity legal frameworks

    Ghana will officially launch three legal instruments on October 7, 2026: the Social Protection Act 2025, Social Protection Regulations 2026, and Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Regulations 2026. The frameworks aim to establish a coordinated national social protection system and advance gender equity and inclusion.

    6 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Ghana launches social protection and gender equity legal frameworks

    The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection will officially launch three legal and regulatory instruments on October 7 in Accra: the Social Protection Act 2025, Social Protection Regulations 2026, and Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Regulations 2026. These instruments aim to strengthen Ghana's social protection system and advance gender equity and inclusion.

    6 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Government in ongoing talks to resolve teacher union concerns

    Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang said engagements with teacher unions are making progress toward resolving concerns that triggered industrial action, with discussions described as constructive. She noted the government allocated over GH¢33 billion to education in the 2026 Budget to address challenges including career progression, recruitment, and infrastructure deficits.

    6 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 5 October

  1. Elevate Africa announces high-level leaders for 2026 Accra convening

    Elevate Africa has confirmed presidents, vice presidents, ministers and parliamentarians for its 2026 Annual Convening on 28–29 October in Accra under the theme "Africa: Defining Her Future," focused on trade, governance, investment, culture and the creative economy. Confirmed attendees include the presidents of Sierra Leone and Ghana's Vice President, alongside former heads of state from Nigeria, Malawi, Mauritius and Ghana, plus ministers from Ghana, Nigeria, Egypt and Kenya.

    5 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 30 September

  1. Ghana must scale investment in nutrition, Vice-President says

    Vice-President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang called for sustained investment in nutrition to combat malnutrition's effects on children and women, stating the issue requires coordinated action across government and society rather than being treated as a standalone health matter.

    30 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 28 September

  1. Vice President urges banks to expand financing for women-owned businesses

    Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang called on financial institutions to increase access to finance for women-owned businesses and young entrepreneurs, and to develop practical solutions for agriculture, manufacturing, and trade sectors, during the commissioning of Absa Bank Ghana's new head office in Accra.

    28 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Saturday 26 September

  1. NACOC finds no link between Dunkirk cocaine suspects and presidential security

    The Narcotics Control Commission says background checks on suspects arrested in the Dunkirk cocaine seizure found no evidence linking any of them to the security details of President Mahama or Vice President Opoku-Agyemang. NACOC identified one suspect, Musah Attah, as a farmer and not a member of the presidential security detail.

    26 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 25 September

  1. Vice President calls for stronger local pharmaceutical production capacity

    Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called for expanded local pharmaceutical production to reduce Ghana's reliance on imported medicines and improve access to essential drugs. The government is pursuing a five-year strategy to increase the proportion of medicines manufactured locally from 30% to 70%.

    25 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 22 September

  1. Ghana Women's Movement plans protest over intimidation

    The Ghana Women's Movement has announced a demonstration in Accra on September 29, 2026, to protest the alleged intimidation, arrest and imprisonment of women exercising their right to free expression and political participation. The group plans to present a petition to Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang outlining concerns about women's dignity, equality and freedom of expression.

    22 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 16 September

  1. PRIMER initiative launched to reduce Ghana's maternal deaths

    Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang launched the Presidential Initiative on Maternal Health Emergency Response (PRIMER) on September 14, 2026, with a five-year mandate to reduce preventable maternal deaths and work towards Ghana's Sustainable Development Goal target of fewer than 70 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births by 2030.

    16 September 2026 · The Chronicle →

Tuesday 15 September

  1. Government launches five-year maternal health emergency initiative

    Ghana has launched a five-year Presidential Initiative on Maternal Health Emergency Response (PRIMER) to improve emergency care for pregnant women and newborns and reduce maternal mortality. Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang noted that while Ghana has made progress in expanding maternal healthcare access, maternal mortality remains above the Sustainable Development Goal target of fewer than 70 deaths per 100,000 live births by 2030, and the initiative will focus on quality, readiness, and speed of care alongside addressing systemic challenges in financing, infrastructure, staffing, and data.

    15 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana's horticulture sector offers job creation and investment opportunities

    Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang said the horticultural sector presents significant opportunities for economic growth, job creation and investment, supporting growers, skilled workers, service providers and markets. Speaking at the 14th Ghana Garden and Flower Show, she called for greater support for businesses in the sector to expand, create jobs and compete internationally, while emphasizing the importance of infrastructure, market systems and strengthening the value chain from production to markets.

    15 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 14 September

  1. World Shea Expo 2026 to convene 8,000 participants in Tamale

    The 2026 World Shea Expo will take place in Tamale from September 15–17, with Vice-President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as Special Guest of Honour. The event, endorsed by President Mahama and themed on accelerating women and youth-led value addition, will bring together harvesters, processors, and global investors for exhibitions, investment forums, and policy dialogues.

    14 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Vice President calls for environmental action after recent floods

    Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called for stronger environmental consciousness and urged Ghanaians to make greening integral to development, citing recent floods as a reminder of the consequences of environmental neglect, particularly plastics and household waste choking drains and waterways.

    14 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 13 September

  1. Ghana's horticulture sector can create jobs and export opportunities

    Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang called for greater investment in Ghana's horticulture sector, saying it can create jobs, build sustainable businesses, and open export opportunities. She emphasized that developing the sector requires attention to the entire value chain, including reliable transport, storage, quality standards, finance, and market access.

    13 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 12 September

  1. Environmental protection should be integral to development, VP urges

    Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged Ghanaians to treat environmental protection and greening as part of national development, not merely a response to floods, and has linked the environmental agenda to economic opportunities in horticulture and the expansion of sustainable businesses.

    12 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana must develop horticulture into global export industry

    Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged Ghana to build a competitive horticulture sector capable of creating jobs and competing in global markets, comparable to Kenya's success. She emphasized the need to strengthen the entire horticultural value chain, including transport, storage, and market access, noting that government agricultural programmes like Feed Ghana provide a foundation for expansion.

    12 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Greening must integrate with urban development, VP urges

    Vice President Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called for greening to be part of Ghana's development planning rather than an afterthought, highlighting how green spaces improve living conditions and create demand for local skills and businesses. She linked recent floods to environmental neglect and urged local authorities, developers and businesses to prioritize creating greener communities.

    12 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 7 September

  1. VP urges women to develop digital and financial skills

    Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged women to acquire digital skills, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship skills to remain relevant as technology transforms work and business.

    7 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Sunday 6 September

  1. Vice President calls for digital skills in Methodist women's training

    Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang urged the Methodist Church Ghana to add digital skills, financial literacy, and entrepreneurship training to its women's programmes to reduce economic dependence and prepare them for changing job markets. She highlighted government efforts to expand technical and vocational training and plans for a Women's Development Bank to support women-led businesses.

    6 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 4 September

  1. Vice President calls for accurate slavery history teaching in schools

    Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang called for a rethink of how transatlantic slave trade history is taught in schools, urging that education systems accurately reflect both the devastation caused and African resistance, and integrate reparatory justice into curricula. She made the remarks at a ceremony in Accra following adoption of UN General Assembly Resolution 82/50, which recognised the trafficking and enslavement of Africans as the gravest crime against humanity.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana must preserve slave-trade sites and interpret history honestly

    Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang says Ghana has a responsibility to protect and accurately interpret its historic forts, castles and other sites linked to the transatlantic slave trade, ensuring future generations understand the scale of injustice and African experiences of suffering, resistance and survival. She noted Ghana is custodian of significant sites and highlighted lesser-known locations like Assin Manso, Sankana and Golu that preserve memories of resistance to enslavement.

    4 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 3 September

  1. Ghana commits to deepening diaspora ties on reparatory justice

    Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang says Ghana will strengthen engagement with the African diaspora following the UN's recognition of African trafficking and enslavement as the "gravest crime against humanity," emphasizing that recognition must lead to sustained action including historical, cultural and economic links.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. People's Forum urges Chief Justice to maintain Judiciary independence

    The People's Forum has written to Chief Justice Paul Kwadwo Baffoe-Bonnie expressing concern that his public and social proximity to executive officials and NDC party members could undermine public confidence in the Judiciary's independence and neutrality, arguing that the courts must not only be independent but be perceived as such.

    3 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  3. Vice President commends Deputy Agric Minister's local food promotion

    Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang praised Deputy Minister of Food and Agriculture John Dumelo for promoting made-in-Ghana rice and locally produced foods, urging Ghanaians to consume what they produce to support farmers, strengthen businesses, and create jobs. She stressed that government support for agricultural production through initiatives like the Feed Ghana Programme must be matched by consumer choices.

    3 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Wednesday 2 September

  1. VP calls for stronger inter-agency coordination on decentralisation

    Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called for stronger coordination among government institutions to ensure effective implementation of Ghana's new National Decentralisation Policy and Strategic Framework for 2026–2030, which was recently approved by Cabinet. She stressed that decentralisation must move beyond policy documents to bring governance and services closer to citizens and make development responsive to community needs.

    2 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Saturday 29 August

  1. Two newly sworn ministers pledge to deliver election campaign commitments

    Ministers Mahama Ayariga (Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs) and Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings (Environment, Science and Technology) were sworn in on August 29, 2026, following Parliament's approval. Ayariga pledged on behalf of both that they would work diligently to fulfil the government's promises to Ghanaians made during the 2024 election campaign.

    29 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 28 August

  1. Vice President receives Democracy Cup, urges civic participation

    Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang received the Democracy Cup on behalf of Ghana and called for Ghanaians to protect the country's democratic gains through responsible participation, noting that Ghana's three decades of constitutional rule and peaceful elections have earned international respect. She urged a political culture of strong disagreement without enmity and called for young people to be given space to participate in national life without being drawn into violence.

    28 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  2. Vice President urges diverse funding sources for Ghana universities

    Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang called for diversified and sustainable funding for Ghana's universities, citing challenges from rising enrolment, research demands, technological change and constrained public resources. She said universities need stronger partnerships with industry, development partners, alumni, philanthropists and the private sector to improve financial resilience.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 27 August

  1. Vice President urges Ghanaians abroad to register with missions

    Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged Ghanaians living abroad to register with Ghanaian diplomatic missions to help the government understand their needs and provide support. During an engagement with the Ghanaian community in Rwanda, she outlined the government's development agenda focused on stabilizing the economy and improving healthcare, education, and infrastructure.

    27 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

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