Nkusukum chiefs grateful to Mahama for appointing Gyampo to head Shippers Authority

**Nkusukum Traditional Area Celebrates Appointment of Professor Gyampo**

The chiefs and people of Nkusukum Traditional Area are thrilled. Their son, Professor Ransford Edward Van Gyampo, has been appointed CEO of Ghana Shippers Authority. President John Mahama made the appointment, which is welcomed by Saltpond residents.

A statement from Okogyeman Okese Essandoh IX praised Prof Gyampo. He described him as bold, articulate, and hardworking. The Omanhen called the appointment significant for national development.

The release highlighted President Mahama's commitment to utilizing national talent. It aims to reduce divisive winner-takes-all politics in appointments. Prof Gyampo has shown resilience against those who oppose his frankness.

“We are excited about this appointment,” said Okogyeman Essandoh IX. “Prof Gyampo has been fearless in addressing bad governance.”

**Other Notable Appointments**

Nana Essandoh commended the president for honoring other Nkusukum indigenes. Abeiku Aggrey Santana is now Deputy Chief Executive at Ghana Tourism Authority. Ernest De-Graft Egyir was appointed to the National Economic Dialogue Committee.

Dr James Kofi Kutuati is now Deputy Chief Executive at COCOBOD. Maame Efua Sekyi-Aidoo serves as CEO of Ghana Tourism Authority.

**A Request for More Appointments**

Okogyeman Okese Essandoh IX noted a historical trend in Mfantseman Constituency. Previous MPs have received ministerial appointments from both political sides.

He appealed to President Mahama to consider Dr Prince Arhin for a ministerial role. This request comes as the president approaches his promised limit of 60 appointees.