
Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang
Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang is a prominent Ghanaian academic and politician, known for being Ghana's first female Vice President. Her election alongside President John Dramani Mahama marks a significant milestone in the country's political landscape, emphasizing a commitment to gender equality and women's leadership in governance.
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The Vice-President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, presented awards to 52 students at this year’s President’s Independence Day Awards ceremony in Accra.
52 Students receive President’s Independence Day AwardsVice-President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang was present during the State of the Nation Address.
Calm, interjections characterise President’s SONAVice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku Agyemang will chair the meetings of the advisory body in the absence of President Mahama.
Mahama inaugurates 12-member Presidential Advisory Group on Economy, urges frank, evidence-based adviceProfessor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang urged the Ministry of Justice to propose innovative and sustainable approaches to land compensation.
A-G alarmed over land compensation claims against stateSpeaking when the Vice-President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, paid a working visit to the Ministry of Justice in Accra on Thursday [Feb 5, 2026].
No plea or negotiations entered with individuals involved in ORAL - Attorney-General tells Vice President
Prof. Naana Jane Opoku Agyemang described the proposal as a tool for accountability and protection of public resources.
AG proposes bill to recover assets linked to crime
Mr Haruna Iddrisu himself has endorsed Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as a suitable flagbearer for the NDC in the next presidential election.
Disregard posters projecting Haruna Iddrisu as NDC flagbearer aspirant – Press SecretaryProf. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang is the Vice-President who emphasized the importance of effective management of the country's natural resources.
Govt takes over illegally acquired state landsVice President Opoku-Agyemang welcomed the reforms and emphasized the importance of land administration in everyday life.
Government to cancel unfinished public land sales to protect state lands
Vice President Opoku-Agyemang welcomed the measures, describing environmental protection as an issue of national survival.
1,033 excavators now tracked as government tightens grip on illegal mining
Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang is the Vice President of Ghana and champion of the Ghana Automotive Development Policy.
Inclusive clean energy for all: A call to accelerate transport sector decarbonisation amid burgeoning automotive industry
The Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang is in the United States of America to attend the 2025 Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue.
Vice President Opoku-Agyemang in US for Norman E. Borlaug International DialogueHis appointment of Ghana’s first female Vice-President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, who declared she was 'opening the door for girls in Africa,' is a powerful symbol of what is possible when leadership is inclusive.
Mahama handed youth the baton, they must now run - Seidu Agongo writesVice-President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang commiserated with the community and donated life jackets after the disaster.
Volta Lake boat disaster: Survivor recounts ordealVice-President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has assured traders and residents about the government's commitment to completing abandoned market projects.
Vice President Naana Opoku-Agyemang tours markets in AshantiGhana’s Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has acknowledged the invaluable contribution of China to the country’s socio-economic advancement.
Ghana, China should leverage ties to address emerging development challenges - Vice PresidentVice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang toured the exhibition grounds at the Efua Sutherland Children’s Park in Accra.
Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang visits Ghana Garden and Flower ShowPresident Mahama cited the election of Ghana’s first female Vice-President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, as a beacon of inspiration.
After 80 years, UN must reset - President Mahama demands bigger voice for AfricaMahama celebrated the election of Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as the country’s first female Vice President.
Ghana’s Reset Agenda shines in Mahama’s UNGA2025 addressNaana Jane Opoku-Agyemang is the first woman Vice President of Ghana, inspiring future generations.
FULL TEXT: President Mahama's speech at the 80th UN General AssemblyVice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has said the government was preparing a new decentralisation policy and strategy aimed at ensuring that power, authority and responsibilities was indeed transferred from the centre to the sub-regional level.
Gov't preparing new decentralisation policy - Vice President Opoku-AgyemangHe congratulated Ghana’s Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, for being 'the first woman Vice President of Ghana.'
Mahama calls for permanent African seat on UN Security Council
Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang is the Vice-President and a former Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast.
Vice-President tours Education Ministry - Minister unveils plans to boost STEM, higher educationAsiedu Nketiah announced that the party was going to run a three-pronged campaign with President Mahama and the then running mate, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang.
Race to succeed President Mahama: It’s premature to campaign - Asiedu Nketiah tells NDC aspirantsProfessor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has been enstooled as Owoabrempong Kru-Kow I by the chiefs and people of the Komenda Traditional Area.
Veep Prof Opoku-Agyemang enstooled Owoabrempong Kru-Kow I at KomendaVice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang will also attend the funeral rites for the Asantehemaa.
Asantehemaa’s funeral: Kumasi schools, offices to close on September 18The President credited Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang for starting dialogue between Ghanaian institutions and industry.
Mahama calls for stronger ties between universities and industry
Vice-President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged graduates of the Ghana Armed Forces to apply their newly acquired skills in tackling complex security threats.
Vice-President Opoku-Agyemang urges GAF graduates to confront modern security threatsProfessor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang first conceptualised the idea of revolutionising STEM education at the basic level.
Govt to introduce STEM subjects at basic levelVice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang expressed deep emotions regarding the support shown during the mourning period.
Ghana ends mourning period as flags fly at full mast




























































