Johnson Asiedu Nketia, the National Chairman of Ghana’s National Democratic Congress (NDC), is not only a prominent political leader but also a devoted father. He has five children, several of whom have made significant contributions in academia, politics, and public service.
His eldest son, Dr. Kwaku Asiedu Nketia, is an accomplished academic with a PhD in Management Sciences, specializing in Business Management, from the Central University of Technology in South Africa. In January 2025, he was appointed as the Acting Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), where he helps manage Ghana’s mineral wealth for long-term national development.
Another of his children, Charles Asiedu, is actively involved in politics. Born on June 23, 1987, Charles won the Tano South parliamentary seat in the 2024 general elections on the ticket of the NDC. He holds a Master’s degree in Organisational Leadership and Governance from the University of Ghana Business School and previously served as the Ahafo Regional Organizer of the party.
Asiedu Nketia once revealed that two of his children lost their private-sector jobs due to political pressure from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration. His son was forced to resign from a company at the Tema Harbour, and his daughter was also made to leave her role at an auditing firm. Despite these setbacks, his family has remained resilient. He proudly announced in 2022 that one of his daughters had given birth to a baby boy, making him a grandfather. Interestingly, the birth happened on June 4—the anniversary of the 1979 uprising—adding sentimental value to the occasion. These details were shared in interviews and reports on platforms like MyJoyOnline and MyNewsGH.
Through their work and experiences, the children of Asiedu Nketia continue to reflect the values of discipline, perseverance, and public service that their father is known for.