The agreement provides a framework to facilitate access to Lagap’s products in Ghana
Ghana’s Volta Region is poised for a major pharmaceutical and scientific breakthrough following a strategic engagement between Council of State member Gabriel Tanko and Swiss pharmaceutical company Lagap SA.
Speaking at the Global Parliament of Mayors Annual Summit in Braga, Portugal, Tanko revealed that he, alongside his wife, Patricia Awoonor—popularly known as Mama Nyaxorladeakorla I of Anlo—used the global platform to attract key development partnerships for Ghana.
A standout moment from the summit was their engagement with Lagap SA in Bellinzona, Switzerland.
The pharmaceutical company, established in 1959, is renowned for its high-quality medicinal products, which are distributed in over 25 countries.
Some of its flagship products include Librocol (for heart conditions), Exfortan (for metabolic health), d-Mannosa (for urinary care), Apixan, Fosfolag, Sitalag, and Irona.
Tanko disclosed that discussions with Lagap SA management focused on establishing a scientific research centre in the Volta Region, with a long-term vision of developing a full-scale pharmaceutical production plant.
This initiative aligns with the region’s growing reputation as a hub for health and research, being home to the prestigious University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS).
“We believe the Volta Region is ripe for such a partnership,” Tanko said. “Not only will this make essential medicines more accessible and affordable, but it will also create sustainable jobs, support our young scientists, and energize the local pharmaceutical industry.”
The engagement culminated in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Tanko’s office and Lagap SA.
The agreement provides a framework to facilitate access to Lagap’s products in Ghana and lays the foundation for future collaborations in scientific research and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Patricia Awoonor, who also attended the summit as a traditional leader and development advocate, played a key role in the diplomatic and business discussions.
“This is a significant opportunity for our region and our country,” Tanko emphasized. “I remain committed to ensuring this partnership brings real and lasting impact to our people.”
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