My Daughter Made Me Pay For Cement: Ibrahim Mahama Reveals How MD Refused Him Free Stock

According to recent reports from X Ibrahim Mahama, Chief Executive Officer of Dzata Cement and founder of Engineers and Planners, has shared a lighthearted story about his daughter, Nafisa Mahama, illustrating her uncompromising approach to professional corporate governance.

Speaking at a public event, Mr. Mahama recounted sending a truck to the Dzata Cement factory to retrieve a load of cement, expecting the transaction to proceed smoothly given his status as the company’s owner and founder. However, Nafisa, who serves as the firm’s Managing Director, firmly blocked the release of the goods. She instructed factory workers that no cement would leave the premises without full payment—regardless of family ties or ownership.

Surprised by her uncompromising stance, the business mogul had no choice but to pay for the cement out of pocket before taking delivery. He jokingly revealed that the experience left such an impression on him that he avoided visiting his own factory for nearly three years.

While shared humorously, the story has drawn wide admiration as an example of sound business management and institutional integrity. Observers noted that enforcing operational procedures without favoritism—even against the company’s founder—sends a strong message about fairness, professional discipline, and corporate accountability.

Dzata Cement holds historical significance as Ghana’s first wholly indigenous cement manufacturing enterprise. Under Nafisa Mahama’s leadership, the company continues to enforce strict operational boundaries between family relationships and corporate responsibilities. Her refusal to grant special privileges underscores a commitment to running the indigenous firm on international corporate standards, ensuring that internal rules apply equally to every customer.

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