Accra, Ghana – Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson has been appointed as the Returning Officer for the presidential elections of the African Development Bank (AfDB). The elections aimed to determine the next President of the AfDB Group, following the conclusion of Dr. Akinwumi Adesina’s tenure.
As Returning Officer, Minister Forson’s duty is to ensure a transparent, credible, and orderly election process in accordance with the Bank’s electoral rules. He will work closely with the Secretary General, the General Counsel, and a technical team to safeguard the integrity of the vote.
The election process involved five candidates from across Africa contesting for the role. With his appointment, Minister Forson is tasked with upholding the highest standards of integrity and fairness in the electoral process, ensuring that the outcome reflects the will of the AfDB’s stakeholders.
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