W/R NDC lauds Mahama for appointing Opong-Fosu as GIPC Board Chairman

A celebrated appointment for a distinguished son of the Western Region

The Western Regional Branch of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially expressed profound appreciation to His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana, for the appointment of Hon. Akwasi Opong-Fosu as Chairman of the Government Board of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC).

In a press release signed by the Regional Communication Officer, Richard Kirk-Mensah, the NDC in the Western Region hailed the decision as a “well-deserved recognition” of Hon. Opong-Fosu’s years of committed service to both the party and the nation.

Hon. Akwasi Opong-Fosu: A legacy of public service

A founding member of the National Democratic Congress and a respected son of the Western Region, Hon. Akwasi Opong-Fosu brings a wealth of experience to the role. His public service career is rooted in the early days of Ghana’s Fourth Republic and the PNDC era, where he served as:

• PNDC District Secretary
• District Chief Executive (1982–2000)
• Deputy Minister of Local Government (2000–2001) under President Jerry John Rawlings
• Head of the Local Government Service under President John Evans Atta Mills
• Member of Parliament for Wassa Amenfi East
• Minister for Local Government and Rural Development
• Minister for Environment, Science and Technology during President Mahama’s first term

Most recently, before this new appointment, Hon. Opong-Fosu served as the Founder and President of Africa Growth Solutions Ltd, a platform dedicated to advancing developmental strategies across Africa.

Strategic appointment to a strategic institution

The GIPC plays a critical role in shaping Ghana’s investment climate, both domestically and internationally. With Hon. Akwasi Opong-Fosu at the helm of its board, the Western Regional NDC believes the institution will benefit from his “visionary leadership and deep understanding of governance and development.”

The release emphasized that President Mahama’s choice reflects not only political wisdom but also a commitment to inclusive and competent leadership, especially as Ghana looks to attract strategic investment for sustainable growth.

A moment of pride for the Western Region

“The entire Western Region stands proud today,” the statement read. “This is not just a political appointment; it is a national endorsement of excellence, integrity, and public service.”

The NDC Regional Chapter reaffirmed its full support for Hon. Opong-Fosu and pledged to work collaboratively to ensure his success in the new role.

Signed:

Richard Kirk-Mensah
Regional Communication Officer
Western Region NDC