The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has sworn in the reconstituted Management Board of Kumasi City Market Limited, describing the institution as a critical pillar within Kumasi’s commercial ecosystem.
At the swearing-in ceremony, the Minister tasked the Board with providing strong and visionary leadership to reposition the Kumasi City Market as a model of modern market management.
He stressed that the market must reflect Kumasi’s status as Ghana’s foremost commercial hub and set the standard for efficient and innovative market administration nationwide.
Dr. Amoakohene underscored the need for professionalism, transparency, efficiency, and innovation in the discharge of the Board’s duties.
He noted that the Kumasi City Market should not only serve as a vibrant centre of commerce but also become a benchmark for inclusive and well-managed market systems across the Ashanti Region and the country at large.
On behalf of the Board, the Chairman and Mayor of Kumasi, Hon. Richard Kwasi Ofori Boadi Agyemang, reaffirmed members’ commitment to delivering impactful governance, enhancing service delivery, and prioritising the welfare of traders and all stakeholders within the market.
Members of the Reconstituted Management Board:
Hon. Richard Ofori-Agyeman Boadi – Chairman and Mayor of Kumasi
Francis Dwira Darko – Metro Coordinating Director, KMA
Oheneba Owusu Afriyie IV – Vice Chairman, Otumfour Appagyahene and Manhyia Representative
Osman Sana – Representative, Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs
Anthony Dzadzra – Representative, Ministry of Finance
Dr. Benjamin Dwomoh – Kejetia Representative
Nana Evelyn Serwaa Boadu – Central Market Representative, Ntoma Hemaa
Lawyer Patrick Adu Poku – Metro Solicitor and Secretary
The Regional Minister expressed full confidence in the competence and dedication of the Board to execute its mandate effectively.
He stated that their collective efforts would play a significant role in strengthening Kumasi’s economic growth and transforming the city’s markets into engines of prosperity.
He concluded by affirming a shared vision of building a stronger, more vibrant, and modern Kumasi for the benefit of all.
