Mahama appoints Prof. Kpessa-Whyte as Ag. Dir-Gen of SIGA

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Professor Michael Kpessa-Whyte as the Acting Director-General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA).

Professor Kpessa-Whyte confirmed his appointment in an interview with TV3 on Friday, January 24, expressing that his mission is straightforward: to serve the nation to the best of his ability.

In a follow-up post on X, he expressed his gratitude to the President, stating: “Your Excellency @JDMahama, I wish to thank you sincerely for the opportunity to serve Ghana once again in your administration. The mission is simple: utmost service to the nation. I’m very grateful, Mr. President. I will give it my very best.”

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Shai-Osudoku region quickly congratulated Professor Kpessa-Whyte on his appointment.

In a statement, they highlighted the significance of his appointment, calling it a reflection of his exceptional leadership skills, academic excellence, and commitment to public service. They noted that as a respected political scientist and researcher, Professor Kpessa-Whyte brings invaluable experience to the position, and they expressed confidence that under his leadership, SIGA will continue promoting good governance, transparency, and accountability in managing state assets.

The statement also emphasized that his appointment marks an important step in SIGA’s mission to ensure that state-owned enterprises operate efficiently and in the best interest of Ghanaians. The NDC expressed optimism about the positive impact of his vision for SIGA in driving growth and national development.

“We extend our heartfelt thanks to His Excellency John Mahama for appointing Professor Kpessa-Whyte to this vital role,” the statement concluded. “This appointment reflects a commitment to excellence and integrity in governance. We are confident that his leadership and expertise will contribute to the advancement of our national interests and strengthen the management of state-owned enterprises. We wish him all the best in his new role and believe he will have a profound impact on the governance of the country.” The statement was signed by Jones N. Ayertey, Constituency Secretary.