Ghana Airport Company Limited (GACL)
The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has responded to reports of tension within the company over the reinstatement of former Tema East Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Felicia Edem Attipoe, and the alleged unmerited promotions of individuals affiliated with the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
In a statement issued by the management sighted by GhanaWeb, the GACL refuted claims that there is confusion at the company due to Felicia Edem Attipoe’s return.
The statement clarified that she has not resumed any position at the company since the beginning of 2025.
“Ms. Felicia Edem Attipoe has not resumed post at GACL since January 2025, contrary to claims in the publication,” parts of the statement read.
The GACL also dismissed allegations of undue promotions within the company, emphasising that all promotions are merit-based and follow established procedures.
“All promotions at GACL have been conducted in strict adherence to established protocols, including departmental recommendations and thorough evaluations by panels comprising no fewer than six members, including representatives from the Public Services Commission and appropriate professional associations. Interviews were conducted from May to July 2024, and appointment letters were issued in August and September 2024.
“The allegation that individuals were elevated to top management positions after only three months of engagement is categorically false. Staff members who received promotions have served the company for extended periods, with many having remained at the officer level for 15-20 years despite their contributions,” the statement explained.
The state-owned company also outlined the conditions under which certain individuals cited for receiving politically motivated promotions were actually elevated:
“Mr. Gideon Grumah’s promotion to the position of Director of Commercial Services was approved by the GACL Board in 2023, before the appointment of the current Managing Director, Mrs. Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare.”
“Mr. Eric Nartey Yeboah’s appointment followed due process, including an interview, and was approved by the GACL Board,” the company noted.
Background
A report by StarrFM.com.gh on March 14, 2025 highlighted growing agitation and tension at the Ghana Airports Company Limited.
The report suggested that several management decisions had sparked dissatisfaction among workers, who believe these decisions are detrimental to the company’s progress.
Some staff accused the Managing Director, Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare, of promoting individuals affiliated with the NPP to top management positions within just three months of their engagement without following due process.
Workers cited appointments within the Commercial Department, which oversees key revenue contracts and landed properties, as a major concern.
Another issue fueling the unrest, according to the report, was the alleged reinstatement of Felicia Edem Attipoe, the immediate past MCE for Tema East.
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