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In a strategic move to strengthen Ghana\u2019s tourism sector, President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Madam Naomi Borley Alabi as the Acting Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for Finance and Administration at the Ghana Tourism Development Company (GTDC).<\/strong><\/p>\n Dr Callistus Mahama, the Executive Secretary to the President in a letter addressed to Madam Alabi congratulated her on her new appointment.<\/p>\n Madam Alabi\u2019s appointment marks a powerful step toward innovation-driven leadership, ethical governance, and operational excellence in Ghana\u2019s tourism and hospitality industry.<\/p>\n She brings to the fore a wealth of experience in administrative leadership.<\/p>\n Her appointment is expected to enhance GTDC\u2019s capacity to mobilize resources effectively for investment in tourist undertakings and services, aligning with the company\u2019s mandate to promote sustainable quality tourism in Ghana.<\/p>\n The GTDC, established in 1972, operates under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture and serves as the investment wing of the Ministry, playing a pivotal role in attracting both foreign and local investments in the tourism industry.<\/p>\n The company\u2019s core functions include promoting and mobilizing resources for investment in tourist undertakings, seeking equity participation in joint ventures, and providing financial and technical assistance for small businesses in the tourism sector.<\/p>\n Madam Alabi will serve under the leadership of Professor Kobby Mensah, the newly appointed CEO of GTDC.<\/p>\n Prof Mensah, a renowned marketing strategist and Associate Professor at the University of Ghana Business School, is widely recognized for his expertise in political and destination marketing.<\/p>\n His innovative contributions, such as the development of the Destination Legon Tourism Marketing Exhibition, have significantly advanced digital tourism initiatives in Ghana.<\/p>\n A dual-qualified lawyer, Madam Alabi is qualified to practise in both England and Wales and Ghana.<\/p>\n She holds an LLB from the University of Portsmouth, an LLM and Legal Practice Course (LPC) from the University of Law (UK), and a Post-Call Law Certificate from the Ghana School of Law, having been formally called to the Ghana Bar.<\/p>\n She is also a Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (UK).<\/p>\n During her time at the University of Portsmouth, she served as President of Amnesty International, leading student campaigns for human rights-an early indication of her enduring commitment to justice, equity, and ethical leadership.<\/p>\n Madam Alabi\u2019s leadership experience includes Executive Secretary of the Consumer Advocacy Centre, Board Member of Best Assurance Company Ltd, Chief Legal Consultant at Moorgate Lane Solicitors and Lecturer at Accra Metropolitan University, where she continues to contribute to legal education and professional training.<\/p>\n Madam Alabi has also led and contributed to pioneering European Union-backed initiatives, including the DigiGrad Africa Project and the Next Level Skills for Student Leaders (NELS) under the Erasmus Programme.<\/p>\n The initiatives have become models for advancing digital education and youth leadership across Africa.<\/p>\n A pan-African thought leader, Madam Alabi is a published author and seasoned conference speaker, widely respected for her insights on corporate governance, digital innovation, and education reform.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n