Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, born on August 5, 1978, in Ajumako Bisease, Central Region of Ghana, is a distinguished politician, economist, chartered accountant, and tax professional.
He has been serving as the Member of Parliament for the Ajumako-Enyan-Esiam Constituency since 2009, representing the National Democratic Congress (NDC).
Educational Background
Dr. Forson holds a diverse academic portfolio:
- Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance from South Bank University, London (2003).
- Master of Science in Economics (Macro-Economics) from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Ghana (2016).
- Master of Science in Taxation (Tax and Public Policy) from the University of Oxford, UK (2020).
- PhD in Finance from KNUST (2020).
Additionally, he is a Chartered Accountant (2018) and a Chartered Tax Practitioner (2015).
Professional Career
Before entering politics, Dr. Forson was the Managing Director of Forson Contracts Limited in the UK and served as the CEO of Omega Africa Holding Limited.
Political Journey
In March 2013, Dr. Forson was appointed Deputy Minister for Finance under President John Dramani Mahama, a position he held until January 2017.
In January 2023, he was appointed as the Minority Leader in Ghana’s Parliament, succeeding Haruna Iddrisu.
Recent Developments
In January 2025, President Mahama has nominated Dr. Forson as the finance minister-Designate, entrusting him with the responsibility of steering Ghana’s economic policies and financial management.
Personal Life
Dr. Forson is married with two children and is known for his commitment to public service and dedication to his constituents.
