Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey, popularly known as Abeiku Santana, has been appointed the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority.
Being one of Africa’s leading tourism figures, he is expected to contribute towards President John Dramani Mahama’s vision of boosting Ghana’s tourism sector.
He has a master’s degree in Tourism Management from the University of Cape Coast and another master’s degree in Marketing Strategy from the University of Ghana Business School, bringing a wealth of experience to the field of tourism.
Abeiku Santana has been at the forefront of Ghana’s tourism for more than two decades, contributing massively to the sector’s growth with laudable media sensitisation drives.
In 2020, he was adjudged the Tourism Orientated Media Personality at the National Tourism Awards, following his exploits in tourism marketing and promotion and using his platform to promote Ghana’s tourism.
He gained a special recognition award as the Exclusive Man of the Year for his exploits in tourism marketing and promotion, using his platform to promote the country’s tourism.
Mr Aggrey has participated in many tourism seminars around the world as well as in Ghana, where he is considered a leading advocate of local tourism.
The 2021 Radio and Television Personality of the Year is one of the topmost personalities in Ghana’s music space, having contributed to the unearthing of numerous musical talents over his over 20 years in the music industry.