Minister of Gender Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey has pointed out that President Mahama is poised to bridge the gender inequality gap during his tenure of office.

To her, it clearly shows when Mr Mahama nominated Professor Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang as his running mate in two consecutive presidential elections, and eventually, she is now the vice president of the Republic of Ghana.

Speaking at the International Women’s Day 2025 symposium organised by Amnesty International Ghana under the theme: for all women and girls:Rights, Equality, Empowerment ” implementation of the Affirmative Action Law.

The Krowor lawmaker alluded that President Mahama, in his 2024 manifesto, promised to implement the affirmative action to mandate a minimum of 30% quota for women in all political appointments.

Dr Agnes Momo Lartey added that added that gender equality is not just an aspiration but the very cornerstone of the society.

Country Director of Amnesty International Ghana, Genevieve Partington commended the government so far for pushing to achieve the 30% quota for women’s representation in in government” the recent appointments of the Director General of prisons service and chief fire officer shows that the government have a listening ear”.

According to her,government decision to provide sanitary pads to young girls of school-going age across the country is another step towards achieving gender equality.

She called on all stakeholders, government agencies, political parties, the private sector and religious leaders, media and individuals to embrace the affirmative Action Act not just as a legal obligation but a moral imperative.

“Gender equality is not a women’s issue, it’s a human rights issue that affects the welfare and progress of the entire nation.”