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8th March 2024 1:05:26 PM
2 mins readBy: Phoebe Martekie Doku

The late Ghanaian politician, John Kumah,born on August 4, 1978, was not only an entrepreneur, preacher, and lawyer but also a dedicated public servant.
He served as the Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) and successfully clinched the position of Member of Parliament for the Ejisu constituency in the 2020 Ghanaian general election.
Kumah's educational journey included Opoku Ware School in Kumasi and the University of Ghana, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Economics with Philosophy.
His academic pursuits continued, leading to an MBA from GIMPA, a Degree in Law from the University of Ghana, and a Professional Law Degree from the Ghana School of Law.
In 2019, he furthered his education with a Post Graduate Diploma in Applied Business Research from the Nobel International Business School.
Kumah's dedication and humility were recognized when he was named among President Akufo Addo’s top 20 Most Humble and Respectful Appointees in 2019.
His commitment to integrity earned him accolades from the Africa Centre for Integrity and Development (ACID) and the All African Student Union (AASU) for promoting student activism and entrepreneurship.
In August 2022, Kumah displayed a compassionate side by contributing to the well-being of society. He made payments for five different sets of prosthesis for road accident victims, demonstrating his commitment to philanthropy.
On a personal note, John Kumah found happiness in his marriage to Apostle Mrs. Lilian Kumah, the Founder and Senior Pastor of Disciple of Christ Ministries Worldwide. Their family expanded to include six biological children and additional foster children, although their identities remained private.
Unfortunately, John Kumah's vibrant life was cut short at the age of 45, and the cause of his passing remains undisclosed to the public. In his memory, his legacy as a multifaceted individual who contributed significantly to politics, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy lives on.
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