Former Minister of Trade and Industry, Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen has announced his intention to address Ghanaians on his next line of action days after resigning from his post.
“I will be addressing the Ghanaian people in the next few days,” Mr. Kyerematen declared.
Though the purpose of the address is unknown, many have predicted that the focus is geared towards his presidential ambition.
He made the declaration via his Twitter page on Saturday, January 7, while expressing his gratitude to President Akufo-Addo for the opportunity to serve as a cabinet minister.
Taking to his Twitter page, the Trades Minister wrote that “I would like to thank @NAkufoAddo for the opportunity to serve and for graciously accepting my resignation as Cabinet Minister responsible for Trade and Industry, effective 16th January, 2023.”
He also used the opportunity to thank family and friends for their support.
“I sincerely appreciate the support from my family, colleagues, my party the NPP, the international community, and the general public during my tenure as a Minister.”
The former Trade and Industry Minister tendered in his resignation letter on Thursday, January 5 and same was accepted by President Akufo-Addo on Friday, January 6.
Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has subsequently been appointed as caretaker minister for the ministry.