My GoldBod appointment is a call to national duty- Mankessim Queenmother

Nana Ama Amissah III, the Queen Mother of Mankessim, thanked President John Dramani Mahama. She expressed her gratitude for her appointment to the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod).

In an interview with the Ghana News Agency, she appreciated the trust placed in her. She committed to serving the nation with diligence and integrity alongside her fellow board members.

She also thanked Nana Amanfo Adu VI, the Chief of Mankessim, for his guidance. Additionally, she expressed gratitude to the people of Mankessim for their support.

Nana Ama Amissah stated that serving on the GoldBod Board is significant. It connects wealth and destiny for our nation.

She accepted this role as a sacred mission. Her goal is to protect heritage and promote prosperity for all Ghanaians.

She promised to uphold trust and foster a spirit of service. Together, they will create opportunities and accelerate development in Ghana.

Nana Ama Amissah highlighted the Gold Board's strategic role. It stabilizes the national currency and maximizes economic benefits from gold reserves.

The Board aims to reform Ghana’s gold economy and combat illegal trade. This work strengthens long-term financial resilience for the country.

She pledged good governance, transparency, and stakeholder engagement. Her appointment comes at a crucial time for attracting investments.

Nana Ama Amissah plans to drive sustainable development in Mankessim. She urged local and foreign investors to explore opportunities in her area.

This vision requires commitment from all stakeholders: residents, government, and private sector partners.

Mankessim has unique strengths like natural resources and cultural heritage. These make it promising for investments in mining, agriculture, tourism, and infrastructure.

These sectors can boost economic growth and create jobs for locals. The name "Mankessim" means "big town," reflecting its importance among surrounding communities.

It symbolizes resilience and a shared future that must be nurtured together.

“Mankessim is more than just a town; it is a vibrant community,” she said.

As someone rooted in this land, she called for support in sustainable development efforts.

Mankessim stands at a pivotal moment with its hardworking people and resources. The town can become a beacon of progress in the Central Region.

However, it faces challenges like limited infrastructure and inadequate healthcare facilities. These issues require urgent attention from leaders and residents alike.

Despite these challenges, Nana Ama Amissah urged unity among her people: “Let us come together as one family.”

“Together we can turn challenges into opportunities,” she added. “Your support today will echo through generations.”

“Join me in championing Mankessim’s development,” she encouraged everyone present.

Nana Ama Amissah III has achieved much already as a leader. She pioneered initiatives like the Central Region Queen Mothers Association.

She champions women’s empowerment through campaigns such as “Beyond Kitchen.”

Additionally, she advocates for fistula education while facilitating surgeries for affected women.

Her work includes supporting education while fighting child labor and trafficking.

She promotes African culture along with moral values within communities.

Finally, she thanked several key supporters including First Lady Lordina Mahama and Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson.