Entertainment pundit MC Yaa Yeboah has expressed dissatisfaction with John Dramani Mahama‘s decision to appoint Marilyn Maame Efua Houadjeto as the new CEO of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA).
In a discussion on ‘United Showbiz’ on February 2, 2025, MC Yaa Yeboah said she was surprised when she first heard of the appointment, stating that Marilyn Maame Efua Houadjeto is not widely known in the tourism sector.
She emphasised that Abeiku Santana has a stronger profile for that position than Maame Efua Houadjeto
“When I saw the appointment, I was asking myself who she was because I was trying to get bits and pieces of information about her… Also, I don’t know how much of a role she has played in the tourism sector. I was disappointed when I heard she was appointed because I was expecting Abieku Santana to head this sector.
“This is no secret among industry players. The former boss of GTA did a great job, and Abeiku has made an impact in the sector,” she said.
MC Yaa Yeboah then urged Maame Efua Houadjeto to put in her best efforts and seek advice from experienced professionals within the tourism industry.
“The former boss did a great job when he assumed office in 2017, and the numbers are there to show. So, she is welcome, but she should consult people who have the experience.
“The job is a huge one, and based on the NDC manifesto, they want to do a lot in that sector. As for criticism, we are going to criticise her if she goes wrong. There should also be a proper transition from the former GTA boss to her,” she added.
President John Dramani Mahama appointed Marilyn Maame Efua Houadjeto as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) on Friday, January 31, 2025.
She has succeeded Akwasi Agyeman, who resigned after an eight-year tenure.
The Ghana Tourism Authority, under the Ministry of Tourism, Culture, and Creative Arts, is tasked with positioning Ghana as a leading sustainable tourism destination through technology, regulation, and innovation.
Watch the video below:
Abeiku Santana has a strong profile for the position of CEO of the Ghana Tourism Authority – MC Yaa Yeboah expresses disappointment#UnitedShowbiz pic.twitter.com/JVpa7qlRe4
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Also watch Miki Osei Berko’s interview on Talkertainment below:
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