The stage is set for the 6th Edition of the Ghana Minister of the Year Awards, happening live at the La Palm Beach Convention Center on Saturday, 6th June 2026 at 6:00 PM prompt. 

Now in its 6th year, the MOTY Awards have become Ghana’s premier platform for recognising Ministers of State who have moved beyond rhetoric to deliver measurable results in their portfolios. In a political landscape often dominated by promises, the awards spotlight one thing that matters most: delivery.

Why This Year Matters

2025 was a defining year for Ghana’s recovery and growth agenda. With economic stabilisation, sector reforms, and renewed focus on agriculture, education, trade, and foreign policy, the work of Ministers of State directly shaped the lived experience of millions of Ghanaians.

The MOTY Awards exist to reward that work, hold public office to account, and inspire a culture of performance in government. When ministers know their work will be measured and celebrated publicly, governance gets better.

Meet the Top 6 Contenders for the enviable Minister of the Year Award

After months of public nominations, expert review, and performance assessment against 2025 delivery targets, six Ministers of State have emerged as the shortlist for the night’s ultimate honour:

1. Eric Opoku (MP) – Minister of Food & Agriculture  

For driving agricultural productivity and food security initiatives that directly impacted farmers and markets.

2. Dr Cassiel Ato Forson (MP) – Minister of Finance  

For steering Ghana’s fiscal stabilization and debt management strategy in a challenging global economy.

3. Haruna Iddrisu (MP) – Minister of Education  

For advancing reforms in access, quality, and technical education delivery nationwide.

4. Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah (MP) – Minister of Lands and Natural Resources  

For strengthening sustainable resource management and tackling illegal mining with measurable enforcement.

5. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP) – Minister of Foreign Affairs  

For elevating Ghana’s diplomatic profile and advancing diaspora and trade engagement.

6. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare (MP) – Minister of Trade, Industries and Agribusiness  

For driving industrialisation and trade facilitation policies that support SME growth and exports.

All Top 6 Ministers mentioned/named above will receive respective awards on the night.

And yet only one will be crowned Minister of the Year 2025 – the topmost and most enviable award of the night.

More Than an Awards Night

The MOTY Awards are not a popularity contest. They are a governance accountability tool. Winners are selected based on verified delivery against mandate, stakeholder feedback, and impact on Ghana’s development goals. 

By celebrating high performance, the awards achieve three things for Ghana’s ecosystem:

1. Raise the bar: Set a public standard for what effective ministerial leadership looks like.

2. Restore trust: Show citizens that public service can work when focused on results.

3. Inspire the next generation: Give young leaders proof that integrity and delivery are rewarded.

The 6th MOTY Awards will bring together government, civil society, private sector leaders, diplomats, and media for an evening of recognition, dialogue, and national pride. 

As Ghana pushes toward sustainable growth and stronger institutions, celebrating delivery in public service is not optional. It’s essential.

Event Details:  

- Date: Saturday, 6th June 2026  

- Time: 6:00 PM prompt  

- Venue: La Palm Beach Convention Center, Accra  

- Hashtag: #MOTYAwards2026 #GhanaDelivers

For media accreditation, table reservations and partnership inquiries, contact the MOTY Awards Secretariat on 0243332726

Who do you think deserves to take home the Minister of the Year Crown? Join the conversation online and follow the live coverage on 6th June.

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