Abeiku Santana petitions Tourism Minister over difficulty meeting GTA CEO

In a letter dated October 22, 2026, Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority responsible for Marketing and Special Duties, has requested the Tourism Minister Abla Dzifa Gomashie to tackle the ongoing issues he faces in scheduling meetings with the Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, Maame Efua Houadjeto.

Mr Aggrey expressed that these obstacles had impeded his ability to receive prompt guidance, approvals, and decisions on crucial operational matters. He elaborated that the situation had hindered official activities, stakeholder engagements, and the fulfillment of key responsibilities related to domestic tourism, special events, and marketing.

According to him, he had persistently attempted to arrange appointments through the CEO’s secretary or personal assistant, but was consistently met with the secretary being unavailable.

Acknowledging the demanding nature of the CEO’s schedule, Mr Aggrey emphasized that this recurring challenge had fostered a communication gap that required attention to enhance coordination and overall organizational efficiency. He clarified that his aim was not to make a personal grievance, but to identify a communication gap that needed to be rectified for the sake of effective management and institutional efficiency.

Mr Aggrey subsequently invited the Minister, with the GTA Board Chairperson informed, to aid in establishing a more efficient channel for consultations between the CEO and his office, particularly concerning urgent official matters. He reaffirmed his dedication to collaborating professionally with the CEO and the Authority’s management team to achieve the Ministry's objectives and enhance the GTA's performance.