President John Dramani Mahama has dismissed Dr. Alexander Adusei from his role as Director of the Keta Port, a project that has been inactive since it was announced. Dr. Adusei, who was appointed in 2019 during former President Nana Akufo-Addo’s administration, was responsible for managing the development of the port in the Volta Region.
Though the reasons for his dismissal have not been officially disclosed, it is believed that the failure to deliver on the long-awaited project played a significant role in the decision. In 2018, the Akufo-Addo government designated Keta as the official site for the port under an Executive Instrument, with plans for the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) to oversee its development.
Despite the announcement, the project has yet to take form, intensifying frustration among residents and stakeholders in the Volta Region. During the 2024 election campaign, Mahama criticised the previous administration for what he termed a wasted opportunity, arguing that after eight years, not a single structure had been built for the port. In August 2024, six private investors expressed interest in collaborating with the government to develop the facility, yet no firm agreements have been established.
By: Akosua Otchere
