President John Dramani Mahama has removed Dr. Alexander Adusei from his position as Director of the Keta Port, a project that has remained stagnant since its announcement.
Dr. Adusei was appointed in 2019 under former President Nana Akufo-Addo’s administration to oversee the port’s development in the Volta Region. However, progress on the project has been minimal, leading to growing frustration among residents and stakeholders.
While no official reason has been given for his dismissal, it is widely speculated that the prolonged delay in the port’s construction played a major role in the decision.
The Akufo-Addo government designated Keta as the official site for the port in 2018 through an Executive Instrument, placing the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) in charge of its development. However, despite initial plans, no significant construction has taken place.
During the 2024 election campaign, President Mahama criticized the previous administration for what he called a missed opportunity, highlighting that after eight years, not a single structure had been built for the project.
In August 2024, six private investors expressed interest in collaborating with the government to develop the port, but no formal agreements have been reached.
Mahama’s decision to remove Dr. Adusei signals a potential shift in approach as his administration seeks to finally bring the long-awaited project to fruition.
