Below is a brief update on the outcome of the recent Competitive African Rice Platform (CARP) Ghana General Assembly held in Tamale during the launch of the “Anchoring CARP Ghana” initiative to strengthen rice market systems.
Key Outcome – Board Elections
At the Tamale meeting, CARP Ghana elected and inducted an 8-member National Executive Board to steer the affairs of the platform and strengthen coordination among rice value chain actors.
Elected Executive Board (in order of office):
• Hajia Memunatu Alhassan – National Chair
• Mr. Fred Kukubor – National Vice Chair
• Madam Priscilla Aberinga – National Treasurer
Executive Members:
• Dr. Wilfred Akapanga
• Joshua Taotoba
• Mohammed Maumoud
• Nana Ayeh
• Alhassan Amadu
NB: It is worthy to note that two of our members on this platform are part of the national executive board ie Mr. Fred Kukubor and Dr. Wilfred Akapanga
Next Steps
The new Executive Board will constitute additional working committees to operationalize key functions and strengthen coordination across regions. The Board affirmed its readiness to serve selflessly to advance the objectives of CARP Ghana and contribute to the broader goals of the ECOWAS Rice Observatory under the ECOWAS Commission.
Conclusion
The constitution of this Executive Board enhances CARP Ghana’s capacity to convene stakeholders, influence policy, and strengthen rice market systems. The presence of our members in key leadership positions presents an opportunity for stronger producer representation at both national and regional levels.
Thank you.
CRAG Secretariat
