Asiedu Nketiah says port investments key to Ghana’s trade and job creation

National Democratic Congress (NDC) National Chairman and Board Chairman of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, says investments in port infrastructure are critical to Ghana’s trade, industrial development and job creation.

He said the construction of the new Berth 19 facility at the Port of Takoradi and the achievement of financial close for the Prime Meridian Floating Dock Project would strengthen the country’s maritime infrastructure and support its economic progress.

Mr Asiedu Nketiah made the remarks after joining President John Mahama and other dignitaries in Takoradi for the sod-cutting ceremony for the Berth 19 facility and the financial close milestone of the floating dock project.

“As Board Chairman of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, I recognise the strategic importance of these investments to our national development. A strong and efficient port system is essential to trade, industry, job creation and Ghana’s wider economic progress,” he said.

He noted that the projects were important steps towards expanding the capacity of Ghana’s ports and strengthening the country’s position as a leading maritime hub in the Gulf of Guinea.

“These initiatives represent important steps in strengthening Ghana’s maritime infrastructure, expanding the capacity of our ports and advancing the country’s position as a leading maritime hub in the Gulf of Guinea,” he added.

Mr Asiedu Nketiah commended the management and staff of GPHA, as well as project partners, for their commitment to advancing the initiatives.

He said the country must continue investing in institutions and infrastructure that serve the national interest and deliver long-term benefits.

“Our responsibility is to continue building institutions and infrastructure that serve the national interest and create lasting value for generations to come,” he said.