In a decisive move to strengthen market governance and enhance economic activity, the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has officially reconstituted the Management Board of Kumasi City Market Limited. The action is part of broader efforts to align the market’s operations with the government’s 24-Hour Economy agenda.
During the swearing-in ceremony held in Kumasi, Dr. Amoakohene charged the newly appointed Board to provide visionary leadership that will modernize and reposition the market as a commercial hub that reflects Kumasi’s status as the economic heartbeat of the Ashanti Region. He emphasized the critical role of the market in driving trade, employment, and business innovation.
Dr. Amoakohene urged the Board to collaborate closely with traders, stakeholders, and the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) to implement reforms that enhance infrastructure, ensure transparency in market operations, and create a business-friendly environment that stimulates growth and productivity. He underscored the importance of proactive management, noting that efficient administration of the market will directly contribute to national economic objectives.
Responding on behalf of the Board, Chairman and Mayor of Kumasi, Richard Kwasi Ofori Boadi Agyemang, expressed gratitude for the trust and confidence reposed in the members. He assured that the Board is committed to implementing impactful policies that prioritize trader welfare, improve sanitation, enhance security, streamline revenue collection, and elevate overall operational efficiency within the market.
The reconstituted Management Board comprises:
Hon. Richard Ofori-Agyeman Boadi – Chairman (Mayor of Kumasi)
Francis Dwira Darko – Metro Coordinating Director, KMA
Oheneba Owusu Afriyie – Vice Chairman (Otumfour Appagyahene / Manhyia Representative)
Osman Sana – Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs Representative
Anthony Dzadzra – Ministry of Finance Representative
Dr. Benjamin Dwomoh – Kejetia Representative
Nana Evelyn Serwaa Boadu – Central Market Representative (Ntoma Hemaa)
Lawyer Patrick Adu Poku – Metro Solicitor / Secretary
The reconstitution of the Board is expected to inject renewed energy and focus into the administration of Kumasi City Market, reinforcing its strategic role as a central pillar of commerce in the Ashanti Region. The Board’s leadership is poised to drive reforms that will fully integrate the market into the 24-Hour Economy framework, supporting continuous economic activity and positioning Kumasi as a model commercial metropolis.
Dr. Amoakohene concluded by urging the Board to be innovative, results-driven, and committed to high standards of service, ensuring that Kumasi City Market becomes a benchmark for modern market administration in Ghana.
