The Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Joseph Boahen Aidoo has resigned from his post amid new political appointments from the NDC-led government.
In a letter addressed to President John Dramani Mahama, Mr. Aidoo noted that his resignation is in line with a directive from the President announcing 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,” the letter said.
Though Mr. Joseph Boahen’s appointment was 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.”
Meanwhile, Mr. Boahen expressed his commitment in supporting the current government for the growth of Ghana’s cocoa sector and is ready to support any transition processes that may be required from him.
The outgoing COCOBOD boss further expressed his gratitude to former President Akufo-Addo for the opportunity granted him to serve the good people of Ghana in the last eight years.
