Abeiku Santana Appointed As The Acting Deputy Director Of Ghana Tourism Authority

Renowned media personality and tourism advocate, Gilbert Abeiku Aggrey Santana, widely known as Abeiku Santana, has been appointed by President John Dramani Mahama as the acting Deputy Executive Director of the Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA).

In this capacity, he will collaborate closely with the Executive Director, Maame Efua Houadjeto, to implement the government’s strategic plans for the tourism sector.

Abeiku Santana, often referred to as “Mr. Tourism,” has dedicated over 23 years to radio and television broadcasting, events, public relations, advertising, marketing communications, tourism management, and hospitality. His educational background includes:

Master’s Degree in Tourism Management from the University of Cape Coast, Ghana.
Master’s Degree in Marketing Strategy from the University of Ghana Business School, Accra, Ghana.
Chartered Media Practitioner (CMP) from the Global Academy of Finance & Management (GAFM).
Master Project Management (MPM) from GAFM.
Postgraduate Diploma in Public Administration from the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), Accra, Ghana.
Associate in Litigation and Legal Studies from the New York Paralegal School, USA.

Beyond his media and tourism endeavors, Abeiku Santana occasionally serves as a visiting lecturer at institutions such as the African University College of Communications, Pentecost University College, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), and the University of Ghana.

Established in 2011 under the Tourism Act 817, the Ghana Tourism Authority replaced the Ghana Tourist Control Board, previously known as the Ghana Tourist Board (GTB) under NRCD 224, 1973. The GTA is responsible for regulating the tourism industry and functions as the Destination Management Organisation (DMO), tasked with marketing and promoting Ghana’s tourism both locally and internationally.

Abeiku Santana’s appointment is expected to bring renewed vigor to Ghana’s tourism sector, leveraging his extensive experience and passion for promoting the country’s rich cultural heritage.