Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu Appointed Acting Government Statistician – Here’s Why It Makes Sense

President John Dramani Mahama has chosen Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu to be the Acting Government Statistician. This means he will lead the Ghana Statistical Service while the government finishes some final steps, like speaking with the Council of State. But why was he chosen? The answer is simple — he has a lot of experience and knows the job well.

Dr. Iddrisu has been working for many years in Ghana’s Ministry of Finance. He is the Director of the Economic Strategy and Research Division. In that role, he helps the government understand the economy and plan how to spend money wisely. He’s played a big part in creating policies that help keep Ghana’s economy strong.

In May 2023, he was also made a member of the Fiscal Risk Committee. This group helps the government find and solve money problems before they get worse. Being part of this team shows that people trust him to make good decisions.

Dr. Iddrisu has a strong education too. He has a PhD and a Master’s degree in International Development Studies from Japan. He also studied Economics and Statistics at the University of Ghana. So he not only has experience — he has the knowledge to back it up.

Now that he’s been appointed Acting Government Statistician, Dr. Iddrisu will be in charge of making sure Ghana has correct and useful data. This data is important because it helps the government and other groups make better decisions. With his background, many believe he will do a great job in this new role.

In short, Dr. Iddrisu’s appointment makes a lot of sense. He has the skills, the experience, and the education to help improve how data is collected and used in Ghana. It’s a smart move that could bring positive changes for the country.

Dr. Iddrisus new role also brings hope for better public understanding of data in Ghana. Many people dont realize how important statistics are in everyday life  from planning schools and hospitals to creating jobs and fixing roads. With someone like Dr. Iddrisu in charge, there a chance for the Ghana Statistical Service to connect more with the public and explain how numbers shape national development. If he can make data easier to understand and more accessible to everyone, it could lead to smarter decisions and better results for communities across the country.