Accra, Ghana — August 4, 2025- The Minister for Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, Hon Abla Dzifa Gomashie, today inaugurated the newly constituted National Commission on Culture (NCC) governing Board at the Ministry’s conference room in Accra.
Addressing attendees, the Minister emphasized the board’s vital role in steering the Commission toward achieving its mandate in line with national development objectives. The board is expected to provide strategic leadership and guidance to the Commission, ensuring that all programs are firmly aligned with Ghana’s national priorities. It will also uphold principles of accountability, transparency, and good governance in the management of the Commission.
The Minister noted that effective oversight of the Commission’s limited resources will be one of the board’s most critical responsibilities. By fostering collaboration, partnerships, and stakeholder engagement, the board will help strengthen the Commission’s operational efficiency and cultural impact.
The newly inaugurated board comprises distinguished individuals drawn from various sectors, including academia, traditional leadership, the creative arts, and public administration. Members include Wakefield Wisdom Ackuaku, Richard Baffour-Awuah, Bridget Mensah, Abena Annobea Asare, Mama Aflo-Vuiede II, Dr. Jacob Paarechuga Anankware, Gladys Boateng, Anna Kportufe, Edinam Korkor Atatsi, Mildred Ashley, Abdul-Samed Yakubu Gomda, and Adiza Baba-Issah.
The event was also attended by the Directors of the Ministry, led by the Chief Director, Mr. Joseph Kwasi Amoah.
Source: Delassie Mabel Awuku – PR- Unit MoTCCA
