President John Dramani Mahama has dismissed Dr. Alexander Adusei as Director of the Keta Port, a project that has remained stalled since its announcement.
Dr. Adusei, appointed in 2019 under former President Nana Akufo-Addo’s administration, was tasked with overseeing the development of the port in the Volta Region.
Though no official reason has been given for his dismissal, it is believed that the failure to make progress on the long-awaited project played a key role in the decision.
In 2018, the Akufo-Addo government designated Keta as the official site for the port under an Executive Instrument, with plans for the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) to lead its development. However, the project has yet to take shape, leading to growing frustration among residents and stakeholders in the Volta Region.
During the 2024 election campaign, Mahama criticised the previous administration for what he described as a wasted opportunity, stating that after eight years, “not even a single structure had been built for the port.”
In August 2024, six private investors expressed interest in partnering with the government to develop the facility, but no firm agreements have been reached.