Dr Ernest Addison, Kan-Dapaah and other Freemasons in top national positions

Ten Freemasons in Ghana Holding Top Positions and Their Impact

Freemasons are an ancient secret society focused on human progress. They attract interest from many Ghanaians across different backgrounds. Some members hold significant power in public and private institutions.

A recent photo of Deputy Majority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin wearing a Masonic apron sparked curiosity. This shows that many Ghanaians are fascinated by Freemasonry.

Research reveals that Freemasons occupy high positions, but their membership often remains unknown. Here are ten prominent Freemasons in Ghana and their contributions to national development.

1. Dr. Ernest Addison
He is the Governor of the Bank of Ghana. Dr. Addison has been an active Freemason for many years.

2. Nana Otuo Siriboe
Nana Otuo Siriboe chairs the Council of State. He is a prominent traditional ruler and a member of the society.

3. Ayikoi Otoo
Ayikoi Otoo serves as Ghana's Ambassador to Canada. He was previously Attorney General under former President John Kufuor.

4. Albert Kan-Dapaah
Albert Kan-Dapaah is the Minister of National Security. He is also a chartered accountant and long-time Freemason.

5. Papa Owusu-Ankomah
Papa Owusu-Ankomah is Ghana's High Commissioner to the UK and Ireland. He is a founding member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

6. Kwaku Ofori Asiamah
Kwaku Ofori Asiamah serves as Transport Minister in Ghana’s cabinet.

7. Philip Addison
Philip Addison is a well-known lawyer who gained fame during the 2012 Election Petition.

8. Titus Glover
Titus Glover represents Tema East as an MP and Deputy Minister of Transport.

9. Stephen Anti
Stephen Anti is a Public Relations expert with ties to Freemasonry, though few know it.

10. Dr. Nortey Omaboe
Dr. Nortey Omaboe is an economist and CEO of ENOA Ltd, collaborating with international institutions.

Freemasonry contributes significantly to Ghana’s development through charity work. It is one of the largest non-religious, non-political fraternal organizations globally.

Members meet as equals, regardless of faith or social status, promoting values like tolerance and fairness.

During the pandemic, Freemasons donated GH¢100,000 for Covid-19 facilities at Ga East Hospital in Accra. They also provided test kits to Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research and regularly donate blood to support national blood banks.

The Grand Lodge of Ghana denies claims about engaging in human sacrifices for wealth or power, stating these perceptions stem from unscrupulous individuals misrepresenting their activities.