By Felix Cofie
In a bold call for unity and purpose, the Deputy Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Yusif Sulemana, has urged staff of the Ministry to rise above partisanship and work together to project a positive image of the Ministry and the nation.
“We can’t all belong to one political party, but we all belong to one nation, Ghana,” he said, stressing the importance of national service over political affiliation.
The Deputy Minister was speaking on Monday, May 5, 2025, at a strategic meeting with heads and deputies of the communication units of agencies under the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources. The session, held at the Ministry’s conference room, was aimed at fostering collaboration, enhancing the Ministry’s communication efforts, and aligning all agencies under a unified strategy to boost public engagement and institutional credibility.
Chaired by Hon. Sulemana and attended by the newly appointed Acting Chief Director, Mr. Innocent Haligah, the meeting served as a platform to outline expectations and promote a shared vision among the Ministry’s communications teams.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Haligah emphasized the need for every agency to adopt a clear, documented communication strategy. “This is urgent,” he said. “We must bridge communication gaps, elevate the image of our institutions, and ensure the public clearly understands our policies and programmes.”
Echoing the call for synergy, Hon. Sulemana stressed the need for well-defined structures within communication units to prevent overlaps and confusion. “Let us form a stronger team and create a positive image for our Ministry. It’s one of the few Ministries that engages with the public daily. We must be coordinated, professional, and clear in our messaging,” he noted.
The Deputy Minister reminded the teams that their core duty was national service. He emphasized that under the leadership of Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Ministry is undergoing a transformative reset, and all staff must align with this forward-looking agenda.
He called for the adoption of a synchronized communication policy that promotes consistency, coordination, and effective public relations across all agencies. “No agency should work in isolation. We are stronger when we move as one,” he added.
Director of Communications, Ms. Mawusi Mawuenyefia, also addressed the gathering, reinforcing the importance of teamwork and strategic alignment. “Our strength lies in our ability to work together , sharing insights, supporting each other’s initiatives, and presenting a cohesive narrative to the public,” she said.
The meeting concluded with a renewed commitment from all agency representatives to collaborate more closely and promote the Ministry’s mission with professionalism and unity of purpose.
