John Dumelo, the renowned Ghanaian actor and politician, has been nominated as the deputy minister for food and agriculture by President John Mahama.
The actor’s nomination was announced through a post on X by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the president’s acting spokesperson, on Wednesday.
Dumelo’s nomination is part of the president’s recent cabinet reshuffle, which includes 12 other new ministerial appointees. The list features two female nominees, Gizella Tettey-Agbotui and Rita Naa Odoley Sowah.
As a member of parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon, Dumelo has been investing in crop and livestock farming through his own farm, Melo Farm.
Before assuming office, Dumelo and the other nominees will undergo vetting by the appointment committee of Ghana’s parliament.
Dumelo began his acting journey in 1991 with the movie ‘Baby Thief’. He has since appeared in various Gollywood and Nollywood movies including ‘Away Bus’, ‘The Game’, ‘Black Men Rock’, ‘One Night In Vegas’, ‘The King is Mine’, and ‘Four Play’, among others.
His talents have earned him numerous awards and accolades.
In recognition of his philanthropic efforts, Dumelo was recently honored by the University of Ghana for his support of their students.
His parliamentary seat win in December 2024 marked a significant milestone in his political career, following his previous loss to Lydia Alhassan in 2020.(The Cable)
