The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Joseph Boahen Aidoo, has resigned.
In a letter addressed to the President, Mr. Aidoo noted that his resignation is in line with a communication from President John Dramani Mahama which announced the cessation of all boards of State-Owned Enterprises.
“Following the recent communication dated 13th January 2025 regarding the cessation of all boards of State-Owned Enterprises (SOES), I hereby tender my resignation as Chief Executive of the Ghana Cocoa Board, effective 7th January 2025,” he said.
Although Jospeh Boahen’s appointment has been renewed by former President Akufo-Addo and is set to expire in July 2025, he explained that his decision is to allow for “a smooth transition and enable stakeholders and business partners to establish timely connections with the incoming head of the institution.”
Mr. Boahen noted that he is, however, committed to the advancement of Ghana’s cocoa sector and ready to support any transition processes that may be required.
He further expressed gratitude to former President Akufo-Addo for the opportunity granted him to serve the Republic of Ghana.
“I wish to express my profound gratitude to former President, His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government, and the good people of Ghana for granting me the rare privilege to serve our beloved nation as Chief Executive of Ghana Cocoa Board for the past eight years.
“This opportunity has been an incredible honour, and I am deeply grateful for the trust placed in me,” he added.
