In a ceremony held at the Jubilee House on Monday, June 24, 2024, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo appointed Nana Asante Bediatuo, the Executive Secretary to the President, as an Ambassador-at-Large. This appointment was part of a broader initiative that saw the President honor nine newly appointed diplomats.
The newly appointed diplomats include three High Commissioners and five Ambassadors, who will represent Ghana in various countries and international organizations. The appointees are tasked with promoting Ghana’s image and interests abroad.
The new envoys include:
– Vice Admiral Seth Amoama, High Commissioner-designate to Nigeria
– Mrs. Francisca Ashietey-Oduntun, High Commissioner-designate to South Africa
– Mr. Ernest Yaw Amporful, High Commissioner-designate to Rwanda
– Major General Nicholas Peter Andoh, Ambassador-designate to Türkiye
– Mr. Henry Tachie-Menson, Ambassador-designate to Belgium and the EU
– Mrs. Charity Gbedawo, Ambassador-designate to Morocco
– Ms. Abigail Naa Adzoko Kwashi, Ambassador-designate to Norway
– Dr. Robert Afriyie, Ambassador-designate to Ethiopia and the African Union
– Nana Asante Bediatuo, Ambassador-at-Large
In his address, President Akufo-Addo emphasized the importance of their roles, urging them to actively promote Ghana as a stable, peaceful, and forward-looking country. He highlighted the need for fostering strong bilateral relationships, attracting investments, and advocating for Ghana’s interests.
“Your primary responsibility is to promote the image of Ghana as a stable, peaceful, and forward-looking country,” President Akufo-Addo stated. “This entails engaging with your host nations to foster strong bilateral relationships, attract investments, and advocate for the interests of Ghana.”
The President acknowledged the critical timing of their postings, noting that they come at a pivotal juncture in both global affairs and Ghana’s development journey. He charged the diplomats with the responsibility of enhancing Ghana’s presence and influence on the international stage.
