President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Dr. Kwaku Asiedu Nketia as the Acting Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF).
The appointment was confirmed in a press statement issued by the Presidency on Friday, January 17, 2025. Dr. Asiedu Nketia is the first son of Mr. Johnson Asiedu Nketia, the Chairman of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC).
Dr. Asiedu Nketia brings a wealth of expertise and a solid academic foundation to his new role. He holds a Doctorate in Philosophy in Management Sciences, specializing in Business Management, from the Central University of Technology in Free State, Bloemfontein, South Africa, which he received last year.
In addition to his academic credentials, Dr. Asiedu Nketia serves as the National Vice Chairman of the NDC Youth Working Committee.
The MIIF, established to maximize the value derived from Ghana’s mineral wealth, plays a key role in ensuring that the country’s natural resources contribute to sustainable economic growth.
As Acting Deputy CEO, Dr. Asiedu Nketia will work to drive the MIIF’s mission of effectively managing mineral royalties and investments, ensuring that Ghana’s mineral resources create long-term value for the nation.
This appointment is in line with President Mahama’s vision of fostering resource-based economic growth through capable leadership that can effectively manage Ghana’s valuable natural assets.
