Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang

Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang

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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 Awards
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-03-05
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Vice 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 advice
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-02-11
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Professor 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 state
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-02-07
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Speaking 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
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-02-06
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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
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-02-05
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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 Secretary
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-02-05
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Prof. 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 lands
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-01-28
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Vice 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
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-01-27
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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
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-01-27
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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
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2026-01-26
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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 Dialogue
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-10-21
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His 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 writes
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-10-20
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Vice-President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang commiserated with the community and donated life jackets after the disaster.

Volta Lake boat disaster: Survivor recounts ordeal
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-10-18
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Vice-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 Ashanti
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-29
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Ghana’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 President
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-28
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Vice 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 Show
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-27
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President 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 Africa
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-26
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Mahama 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 address
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-26
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Naana 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 Assembly
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-25
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Vice 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-Agyemang
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-25
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He 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
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-25
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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 education
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-25
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Asiedu 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 aspirants
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-19
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Professor 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 Komenda
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-13
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Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang will also attend the funeral rites for the Asantehemaa.

Asantehemaa’s funeral: Kumasi schools, offices to close on September 18
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-09-13
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The 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
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-08-27
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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 threats
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-08-23
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Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang first conceptualised the idea of revolutionising STEM education at the basic level.

Govt to introduce STEM subjects at basic level
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-08-19
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Vice 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
Daily Graphic – state-owned Ghanaian newspaper, est. 1950·GhanaGhana· 2025-08-18
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