Nana Oye Bampoe Addo Appointed Presidential Staffer by President John Dramani Mahama
In a significant move for gender and human rights advocacy, President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Nana Oye Bampoe Addo as a presidential staffer. With over 32 years of experience in human rights law and advocacy, Nana Oye brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to her new role.
Nana Oye holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from the University of Ghana and a Master’s degree in Human Rights and Democratisation in Africa from the University of Pretoria. Her illustrious career has included pivotal roles such as the Africa Regional Coordinator for the Commonwealth Human Rights Initiative and the founder of the Human Rights Advocacy Centre.
Throughout her career, she has championed numerous legislative reforms, including the Children’s Act, the Domestic Violence Act, and various policies aimed at enhancing gender equality and children’s rights. Her leadership in these areas has earned her several accolades, including the Vera Chirwa Award for human rights in Africa.
From 2013 to 2017, Nana Oye served as Ghana’s Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, where she played a critical role in establishing a strong legal and policy framework for social protection. Under her leadership, significant policies were developed, including the Gender Policy and the Child and Family Welfare Policy.
In addition to her recent appointment, Nana Oye is a member of the World Bank Advisory Council for Partnership for Economic Inclusion, appointed in 2022. She has also been actively involved in the National Democratic Congress (NDC), holding various significant positions, including Secretary of the Conflict Resolution Committee and Chair of the NDC Gender, Children, and Social Protection Committee.
Her extensive contributions to human rights and social justice reflect her commitment to creating a more equitable society in Ghana. As she embarks on this new chapter as a presidential staffer, there is optimism regarding her continued impact on the nation’s human rights landscape.
By: Idris Ibn Mohammed