Joseph Boahen Aidoo, Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), has officially resigned from his position, effective January 7, 2025.

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His decision follows a directive issued on January 13, 2025, which called for the dissolution of boards across all State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs).

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In a letter addressed to President John Dramani Mahama on January 16, Mr. Aidoo explained that stepping down would facilitate a smooth transition and enable stakeholders and partners to establish connections with the incoming leadership. This decision comes despite his renewed mandate being set to expire in July 2025.

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Mr. Aidoo pledged his unwavering support for the cocoa sector and assured his cooperation during the transition period.

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He also expressed gratitude to former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for granting him the opportunity to serve as COCOBOD’s CEO for the past eight years.

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“I hereby tender my resignation as Chief Executive of the Ghana Cocoa Board, effective January 7, 2025,” his letter concluded.”

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