
President Mahama appoints Afetsi Awoonor as acting MD of BOST
President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Afetsi Awoonor as the Acting Managing Director of the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company Limited (BOST).
The appointment letter, signed by Dr Callistus Mahama, Secretary to the President, was issued in line with Article 195(1) of the Constitution, pending consultation with the Public Services Commission and the required advice from the Minister for Energy and Green Transition.
Mr Awoonor is a business leader and entrepreneur with nearly two decades of experience in managing multicultural teams and projects across the public and private sectors.
He has significant expertise in structuring, negotiating, and implementing partnerships throughout Africa, especially in the energy and defence industries.
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He previously held the role of Government Relations Manager at BOST, where he managed both government-to-government and business-to-government initiatives.
In 2011, he founded JBW Limited, a defence and energy tech startup operating in Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, and he currently serves as Chairman of the Board.
BOST Union reacts
Meanwhile, the Senior Staff Union of the Bulk Energy Storage and Transportation Company (BOST) has congratulated to Mr Awonoor on his appointment as Managing Director of BOST.
"We are confident that Mr. Awonoor's extensive experience will be invaluable in guiding BOST towards a prosperous future. The Senior Staff Union pledges its full support and cooperation to Mr. Awonoor and his leadership team as we work together to achieve the company's strategic objectives," the union said in a statement signed by Chairman Andrew Gyamfi and Assistant Secretary Abdul Jalil Abdul Rahman.
"We express our sincere gratitude to His Excellency the President for appointing Mr. Awonoor to this critical role. This appointment demonstrates the President's commitment to selecting highly qualified individuals to lead key institutions in Ghana.
"We warmly welcome Mr. Awonoor to the BOST family and wish him every success in his new role. We are confident that under his leadership, BOST will continue to play a vital role in Ghana’s development".
Weta Chiefs grateful to Prez. Mahama
The Chiefs and people of the Weta Traditional Area, under the auspices of His Royal Majesty Togbiga Akpo Ashiakpor VI - The Paramount Chief of Weta Traditional Area, in a letter to the President also expressed gratitude "for appointing our distinguished son, Mr. Afetsi Awoonor, as Managing Director of the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation (BOST) Company".
"This appointment not only reflects your commitment to recognizing capable leaders like Mr. Awoonor, whose expertise and dedication will significantly contribute to the success of BOST and the nation as a whole, but it has also brought immense pride and joy to the entire Weta community.
"Your Excellency, Mr.Awoonor’s selection aligns with your reset agenda, and we are confident he will serve with excellence and integrity to meet your expectations. Once again, we express our sincere gratitude for this honour and assure you of our prayers and unwavering support as you continue to advance Ghana’s development".