President John Dramani Mahama on Monday, February 9, 2026, swore in five new ambassadors and high commissioners to represent Ghana abroad.
The new envoys sworn in at the Presidency were appointed in accordance with Article 74(1) of the 1992 Constitution.
They are designated to serve in Saudi Arabia, the Republic of Mali, Cuba, Malta, and In-Situ.
They are Alhaji Said Saleh Sinare, Ambassador to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia; Lt. Col. Al Hajj Umar Sanda Ahmed, Ambassador to the Republic of Mali; Mr. Kofi Attor, Ambassador to the Republic of Cuba; Mr. Emmanuel Opeku, Ambassador-in-Situ; and Mrs. Regina Appiah-Sam, High Commissioner to the Republic of Malta.
In his address at the swearing-in ceremony, President Mahama urged the newly commissioned ambassadors to embody ethical standards and compassion in service.
He urged them to uphold the highest ethical standards, respect confidentiality, and ensure their conduct reflects Ghana’s cherished values.
“Uphold the highest ethical standards, respect confidentiality, and let your conduct reflect the values we cherish, honesty, respect, fairness, professionalism, and service,” he said.
He further advised them to listen carefully, speak thoughtfully, and represent Ghana with calm confidence.
“I urge you to engage our diaspora with seriousness and empathy. The Ghanaian diaspora remains a vital national asset, contributing to our economy, projecting our culture, and supporting our national renewal.”
Mahama urges newly commissioned ambassadors to embody ethical standards, compassion in service
