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Joseph Boahen Aidoo resigns as CEO of COCOBOD

The Chief Executive Officer of Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Joseph Boahen Aidoo has officially stepped down from his position, effective January 7, 2025.

His resignation follows a directive issued on January 13, 2025 regarding the cessation of all board memberships of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs).

In a letter to President John Dramani Mahama on January 16, Mr. Aidoo stated that his decision is aimed at ensuring a smooth transition and allow stakeholders and business partners to establish timely connections with the incoming leadership even though his renewed mandate was due to expire in July 2025.

He reaffirmed his commitment to the cocoa sector and pledged his support for the transition process.

Mr. Aidoo also expressed gratitude to former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for the opportunity to serve as COCOBOD’s Chief Executive over the past eight years.

“I hereby tender my resignation as Chief Executive of the Ghana Cocoa Board, effective January 7, 2025,” his letter concluded.”

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