Government has inaugurated a new Governing Board for the Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC) to provide strategic leadership and reposition Ghana as a premier tourism and cultural investment destination.
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Madam Abla Dzifa Gomashie, Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, said the board’s inauguration comes at a critical time as Ghana intensified efforts to diversify its economy through tourism and heritage development.
She emphasised the GTDC’s pivotal role in implementing the national tourism strategy and urged the board to drive innovation, attract investment, and champion sustainable tourism initiatives.
“Your role as board members is one that comes with a lot of challenges. This is because the survival, or otherwise, of the institution depends on the leadership you provide,” Madam Gomashie stated.
She called on members to uphold integrity, diligence, and professionalism, while ensuring effective resource management, good governance, and stakeholder collaboration.
Mr. Ben Ohene-Ayeh, Chairperson of the Board, expressed gratitude to the Minister and President John Dramani Mahama for the confidence reposed in them.
He pledged the board’s commitment to fulfilling its mandate.
“We are honored by the confidence reposed in us. We pledge to diligently work on the terms of reference and deliver within the timelines assigned to us,” he said.
Board members include Prof Kobby Mensah, Mr. Angelo Norkplim Agbodzie, Madam Dora Nanahemaa Adjoa Awindor, Madam Nangeh Adjoba Kyiamah, Mr. Zakaria Tanko Musah, Dr Geoffrey Deladem Tamakloe, Mr. Awudu Lash Jnr. Baguah, and Mr Atsu G. Klugah.
Directors from the Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, led by Chief Director Mr Joseph Kwasi Amoah, were also present at the ceremony.
By Hafsa Obeng, GNA
