Speaking at a durbar of the members of the recently-sworn in Board and staff at the NCA’s headquarters, Mr Sakyi Addo said in their efforts to address the challenges of the industry, they must effectively cater for the needs of the Government, the Operators and the consumers.

He entreated them to adhere to the corporate governance structures, respect the hierarchy and reporting lines and also exhibit exemplary behavior to make the regulatory body a credible world class institution.

Mr. Sakyi-Addo assured the staff of better working conditions and the necessary resources in order for them to deliver their mandate.

Mr. Joe Anokye, the acting Director General of NCA, welcomed the Board and commended the staff for the support given him during his six months stay in office.

The NCA Board which is chaired by Kwaku Sakyi-Addo was constituted by President Akufo-Addo in accordance with article 70 of the Constitution of Ghana.

The other Members of the Board are; Mr. Joseph Anokye, Kwabena Adu-Boahene, Mr. Bernard Forson, Mr. Philip Asare Kwame Ayesu, Mrs. Susan Barbara Adjorkor Boye Kumapley and Mr. Paul Adom –Otchere.

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This comes after he officially stepped down as the Executive Director of the Telecommunications Chamber.

A statement issued by the Telecoms Chamber on Sunday, April 09, 2017 confirmed Mr. Sakyi Addo’s move to the NCA.

Kwaku Sakyi-Addo reportedly receive the appointment of serve as NCA board chair from President Akufo-Addo not too long ago.

As the Telecoms Chamber boss, Sakyi Addo ensured a proper understanding of the telecoms industry in Ghana and set the Chamber apart as an effective advocate for telecom operators.

He said in his remarks, that “I am very proud of the work that the Chamber has done in aligning our members around key industry initiatives, driving important advocacy programs and building an enviable industry association. I’m grateful to the Governing Council, our entire membership and, of course, the Chamber staff for their support over the last six years.”

His new role will see him help steer the affairs of the National Communications Authority (NCA) to play a fair and effective role as a regulator of the communications industry.

The industry is one of the major focuses of the new government which seeks to among other things ensure effective local and international communication through public and private facilities.

Some major developments the government has served notice it would undertake to is revamp operations of Ghana Post to make it viable.

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He will take up a new role as the Board Chairman of the industry regulator, the National Communications Authority (NCA).

A statement issued by the Chamber on Sunday, April 09, 2017 said Mr. Sakyi Addo’s successor will be announced in “due course”.

The corporate communications expert who has been leading the Telecoms Chamber since 2011 as its first head, is credited with building the Chamber from nothing to its current significant position in the telecommunications industry.

Kwaku Sakyi Addo ensured a proper understanding of the telecoms industry in Ghana and set the Chamber apart as an effective advocate for telecom operators.

In his remarks, he said, “I am very proud of the work that the Chamber has done in aligning our members around key industry initiatives, driving important advocacy programs and building an enviable industry association. I’m grateful to the Governing Council, our entire membership and, of course, the Chamber staff for their support over the last six years.”

The Chairperson of the Governing Council of the Chamber  and CEO of Vodafone Ghana, Ms. Yolanda Cuba remarked that, “Kwaku has made a significant impact during his tenure with the Chamber. He has built a strong organization focused on our industry’s priorities and advocating effectively on behalf of mobile operators and infrastructure sharing companies across the country.”

“We are naturally disappointed that Kwaku has decided to move on to a new opportunity, but we wish him every success as he takes this next exciting step in his career,” said Ms. Cuba.
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