Accra, October 29, 2025 – The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts has organized an orientation and capacity-building session for the Governing Board and Management of the National Film Authority (NFA), aimed at strengthening leadership, teamwork, and emotional intelligence within the Authority’s operations.
In her remarks, the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, emphasized the importance of structure, collaboration, and continuous learning in public service delivery. She explained that the orientation was part of a broader capacity-building initiative designed for all agencies under the Ministry. The Minister shared insights from her personal journey through various cultural institutions, including the National Theatre, which shaped her understanding of leadership and institutional discipline.
Hon. Gomashie noted that while the creative sector thrives on passion and expression, it must equally be guided by professionalism, respect, and strategic cooperation. “We are emotional people, but we must learn to communicate effectively, respect structures, and work together for the collective good of the sector,” she said. She further urged members of the board and management to position themselves as leaders capable of earning public trust, adding that leadership in the creative industry should reflect discipline, empathy, and a commitment to national development.
She stressed that the Ministry is committed to creating more opportunities for knowledge sharing, noting that even though financial resources may be limited, there is a wealth of expertise within the Ministry that can be leveraged to enhance performance across agencies.
The Director for Human Resource Management at the Ministry, Mr. Otto Langmagne, led a presentation on leadership, teamwork, and emotional intelligence within the context of the NFA’s mandate. He highlighted that true leadership extends beyond authority, it is about inspiring, influencing, and guiding others toward a shared vision. He emphasized the need for adaptability, empathy, and effective communication in resolving conflicts and achieving organizational goals.
Chairman of the National Film Authority Governing Board, Mr. Ivan Quashigah, expressed appreciation to the Ministry for organizing the session, describing it as timely and insightful. He underscored the significance of emotional intelligence in leadership, stating that effective leaders must be able to read situations, understand people, and make decisions that promote harmony and progress. Mr. Quashigah also expressed gratitude to the Hon. Minister for the provision of office space for the Authority and appealed for logistical support to facilitate the execution of its mandate.
The orientation program served as an important step in fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability within the National Film Authority, reinforcing the Ministry’s commitment to building a more professional and results-driven creative sector.
Source: Amen Abla Gbeblewu – PR Unit – MoTCCA
