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Ten Akufo-Addo appointees whose properties Ghanaians will like to know

The leaked will of the former Chief Executive Officer of the Forestry Commission, Kwadwo Owusu Afriyie alias Sir John generated controversy with most people dumbfounded by the sheer amount of wealth accumulated by the late lawyer before his passing.

An examination of his will by the FourthEstate established that a significant chunk of the properties indicated in the will were acquired between 2017 and 2020 when he supervised activities at the Forestry Commissions.

The situation has shocked Ghanaians and left them wondering the amount of wealth accumulated by some politicians with more significant roles in the Akufo-Addo government.

It must however be noted that most of the appointees if not all appointees of the Akufo-Addo government are accomplished personalities who in their respective areas of law, academia, engineering, health, among others, have achieved tremendous wealth.

In a state where compliance and enforcement of the Asset Declaration law is far from perfection, GhanaWeb today brings you ten appointees of the Akufo-Addo government whose properties Ghanaians would love know about.

Mahamudu Bawumia

The Vice President transitioned from an accomplished banker to politician and is now a holder of the second most powerful position in the country.

Dr Bawumia rose through the ranks at the Bank of Ghana to the level of Deputy Governor before hopping onto Akufo-Addo’s campaign in 2008.

The Vice President has presumably within the period made some property acquisitions and even set up factories that Ghanaians would one day love to know.

Yaw Osafo-Maafo

Yaw Osafo-Maafo has occupied every position in mainstream politics with the exception of the presidency and vice president.

An over than three-decade political career has seen him move from member of parliament for the Akim Oda constituency to Senior Advisor to the President.

The former Minister of Finance and Economist Planning is an accomplished economist of high repute with expertise sought after around the world. He has served in various roles locally and internationally.

Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu

From 1997 to now, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu has served in Ghana’s Parliament. He has for the past three parliaments acted as leader of the majority caucus.

Originally an urban planner, Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu has gone through the mill in Ghana politics and has made some great progress in his private life as well.

Added to his duty as majority leader is the role of Minister of Parliamentary Affairs.

Ursula Owusu-Ekuful

The Ablekuma West MP is a tech expert who is known for her great works at the now defunct Zain Telecommunication Network.

She is serving her third term as MP for Ablekuma North has worked with the N. U. Consult Legal, Governance and Gender Consultants.

She is a former President of FIDA Ghana and a former Vice President of the Africa Regional FIDA International.

Kennedy Agyapong

The Board chairman of the Ghana Gas Company and a member of Parliament for Assin Central constituency.

Kennedy Agyapong’s story needs no telling as he has on several occasions mention his properties and companies.

As he recently said, his will blow the minds of Ghanaians.

Ken Ofori-Atta

The economist and investment banker is known to be the owner of Data Bank and other companies under the conglomerate.

The Finance Minister also worked at the World Bank and the dealt with the African Development Bank.

Paul Adom-Otchere

The broadcaster was appointed chairperson of the board of Ghana Airports Company Limited by President Akufo-Addo in 2020.

He has more two decades of experience in the media space and is rumored to own a PR firm.

Paul is a staunch defender of the Akufo-Addo regime and Ghanaians would like to know more about his properties.

Alan Kyerematen

Alan is an accomplished corporate personality and a politician. He has worked with Unilever and also dealt with United National Development Program and the African Union.

In the political space, Alan Kyerematen was a Trade Minister under the Kufuor administration and still hold that position under Akufo-Addo.

With his vast experience and exploits in the political and corporate world, Ghanaians would want to knoe how much properties he had raised.

Akosua Frema Opare

The Chief of Staff is a economist and politician who served a Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon for three terms.

The Chief of Staff has carved a reputation for being generous and charitable as he has embarked on some charity projects.

From MP to CoS, the revered politician has made some acquisitions that Ghanaians would die to know about.

Matthew Opoku Prempeh

Matthew Opoku Prempeh is medical doctor and the Member of Parliament for Manhyia South Constituency.

NAPO as he is affectionately called served as Education Minister before moving to the Energy Ministry in 2021.

His rise in politics has been lightening and Ghanaians would love to know about his acquisitions.

Source: www.ghanaweb.com

Ogyem Solomon

Solomon Ogyem – Media Entrepreneur | Journalist | Brand Ambassador Solomon Ogyem is a dynamic Ghanaian journalist and media entrepreneur currently based in South Africa. With a solid foundation in journalism, Solomon is a graduate of the OTEC School of Journalism and Communication Studies in Ghana and Oxbridge Academy in South Africa. He began his career as a reporter at OTEC 102.9 MHz in Kumasi, where he honed his skills in news reporting, community storytelling, and radio broadcasting. His passion for storytelling and dedication to the media industry led him to establish Press MltiMedia Company in South Africa—a growing platform committed to authentic African narratives and multimedia journalism. Solomon is the founder and owner of Thepressradio.com, a news portal focused on delivering credible, timely, and engaging stories across Ghana and Africa. He also owns Press Global Tickets, a service-driven venture in the travel and logistics space, providing reliable ticketing services. He previously owned two notable websites—Ghanaweb.mobi and ShowbizAfrica.net—both of which contributed to entertainment and socio-political discussions within Ghana’s digital space. With a diverse background in media, digital journalism, and business, Solomon Ogyem is dedicated to telling impactful African stories, empowering youth through media, and building cross-continental media partnerships.

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