Accra: Mr Michael Okyere Baafi, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) for New Juaben South, has commended Ghanaian entrepreneurs for their resilience and contributions to national development. "Ghanaian entrepreneurs have consistently demonstrated determination, innovation, and patriotism in building enterprises that create jobs and support national development," he said.
According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Okyere Baafi singled out Dr Nick Danso Abeam, the Executive Chairman of Ghana Link Network Services Limited, as a shining example of entrepreneurial excellence. He noted that Dr Danso Abeam's journey from humble beginnings to becoming a leading figure in Ghana's private sector reflects the transformative potential of Ghanaian enterprise.
Mr Okyere Baafi made these remarks during a statement on the Floor of Parliament. He also highlighted other prominent entrepreneurs, including Mr Ibrahim Mahama, founder of Engineers and Planners; Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong, founder of the Jospong Group of Companies; Dr Daniel McKorley (McDan), a key figure in logistics and aviation; and the late Samuel Kwadwo Agyapong Apenteng of Intravenous Infusions PLC, as entrepreneurs who have distinguished themselves and exemplified the transformative potential of Ghanaian enterprises, sustaining support for the private sector.
"As we celebrate Ghana Month, we must reaffirm our commitment to creating an enabling environment that supports entrepreneurship and innovation. This will empower more Ghanaians to transform ideas into enterprises that advance our national development," he urged.
He referenced the Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo government's One District One Factory (1D1F) initiative, which aims to promote industrialisation and support private entrepreneurs. This initiative is seen as a footprint for stronger transformative collaboration between government and the private sector to sustain economic growth and job creation.