President John Dramani Mahama has removed Dr. Alexander Adusei from his position as Director of the Keta Port, a project that has remained inactive since its announcement.
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Dr. Adusei was appointed in 2019 under former President Nana Akufo-Addo’s administration to oversee the port’s development in the Volta Region.
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While no official reason has been given for his dismissal, many believe it is due to the lack of progress on the project.
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The Akufo-Addo government designated Keta as the site for the port in 2018 through an Executive Instrument, placing the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) in charge of its development.
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However, years have passed with little to no work done, leading to frustration among residents and stakeholders.
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In August 2024, six private investors showed interest in partnering with the government to develop the facility, but no concrete agreements have been made yet.
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The Keta Port project was initiated by the Government of Ghana under the administration of President Nana Akufo-Addo. The project was officially announced in 2018, with the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) overseeing its development.
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President John Dramani Mahama, during his 2024 election campaign, criticized the previous administration for what he described as a wasted opportunity. He stated that despite the promises made, no significant progress had been made on the project, and he referred to it as a political gimmick. Mahama promised to conduct a comprehensive audit of the project if he were to be re-elected.
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The Keta Port project aims to develop a third commercial port in Ghana, located in the coastal town of Keta. The project is part of Ghana's broader plan to enhance its port infrastructure to facilitate increased regional trade, especially in light of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). The port is envisioned to include facilities for containerized cargo, bulk shipments, and oil and gas, along with a shipyard. The project is planned to be developed in four phases, with the first phase estimated to cost around $600 million.
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