President John Dramani Mahama has selected acclaimed economist Dr. Nii Moi Thompson to lead the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC).In a statement released by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Acting Presidential Spokesperson, on February 3, 2025, it was announced that Dr. Moi Thompson, who previously held the role of Director-General at the commission, will now oversee the formulation of Ghana’s long-term development plans.

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As the new chair, Dr. Thompson will also offer the Mahama-led government expert advice on economic matters.The statement further disclosed that President Mahama has designated Albert Kwadwo Twum Boafo, former CEO of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, as the Acting Executive Director of the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC).

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"President John Dramani Mahama has also appointed Mr Albert Kwadwo Twum Boafo as the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) while awaiting the reconstitution of the Board."Mr Twum Boafo is a Civil Engineer, Finance expert, and former Chief Executive of the Ghana Free Zones Authority between 2009 and 2017.

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He holds a BEng in Materials Engineering from the University of Wales, an MSc in Civil Engineering from the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York, and an MBA in Finance and Investment Analysis from Stetson University, Deland, Florida, USA,” the statement concludes.

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