Dr. Isaac Adebesah has officially assumed office as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Regional Appropriate Technology Industrial Service (GRATIS), marking the beginning of a new chapter for the institution dedicated to promoting industrial innovation and appropriate technology.
The appointment was formalised at a brief ceremony held on Monday, April 14, 2025. Minister for Trade and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, swore Dr. Adebesah into office and charged him with the task of revitalising the organisation to meet modern industrial demands.
Speaking at the ceremony, the minister underscored the pivotal role of GRATIS in national development, stressing the need for enhanced performance, innovation, and the promotion of appropriate technologies tailored to Ghana’s industrial transformation agenda.
In his acceptance speech, Dr. Adebesah expressed gratitude to President John Dramani Mahama and the Minister for the confidence reposed in him.
He pledged to lead with integrity and purpose, focusing on efficiency, innovation, and service delivery.
“I am committed to ensuring that GRATIS reaches greater heights by focusing on innovation, efficiency, and impactful service delivery,” he noted.
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