Draft:Yohane Amarh Ashitey
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Comment: Reads like campaign literature, and it is unclear whether Ashitey was elected. Bkissin (talk) 01:17, 27 August 2024 (UTC)
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Hon. Yohane Amarh Ashitey Mayor | |
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| Metropolitan Chief Executive..[1] for Tema Metropolitan District | |
| Assumed office October 23, 2021 | |
| President | Nana Akuffo-Addo |
| Preceded by | Felix Nii Anang |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Yohane Amarh Ashitey 25 July 1978 Tema Manhean, Greater Accra Region, Ghana |
| Political party | New Patriotic Party |
| Spouse | Lola Ashitey |
| Alma mater | University of East London |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Profession | Electrical/Electronics Engineer, Teacher |
Yohane Amarh Ashitey born on July 25, 1978, is a Ghanaian politician who currently serves as the Metropolitan Chief Executive [2] for Tema Metropolitan District. He is also the aspiring Member of Parliament for Tema East Constituency, who run unopposed[3].
Early life and education
[edit]Yohane Amarh Ashitey was born in Tema Manhean, a vibrant fishing community in the coastal town of Tema, Ghana. He commenced his educational journey at Naval Base Basic School, Tema and later attended Benkum Senior High School, Larteh-Akwapim, for his O-Level examinations. His pursuit of knowledge led him to Presbyterian Boys Secondary, Legon, Ghana, where he completed his GCE A-level examinations in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. In 1997, he furthered his education at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana, earning a BSc. (Hons) in Electrical/Electronics Engineering. Yohane's academic curiosity took him to the University of East London, where he obtained an MSc. in Mobile Communications from 2009 to 2010.
Professional Journey
[edit]Yohane Amarh Ashitey's professional journey is marked by dedication and diverse experiences. Notably, he served as the Regional Manager for Huawei Tech S.A (Gh) Ltd (Vodafone & MTN MS) in the Eastern and Volta Region from November 1, 2010, until his recent appointment. Here, he managed the performance of Operations and Maintenance units, ensuring the high-quality performance of various network elements.
Prior to his managerial role, Yohane contributed to the academic community as a Part-time Lecturer at All Nations University College, Koforidua, from September 2011 to July 2013. His teaching portfolio included courses such as Transmission Lines and Waveguides, Antenna and Wave Propagation, and Microwave and Optical Communications.
Telecom Leadership
[edit]Between September 2006 and September 2009, Yohane Ashitey held the position of Telecom Area Manager at Ghana Telecom, overseeing technical operations, administrative functions, and customer care within Medina and Teshie-Nungua.
National Service and Teaching
[edit]His journey into professional life started with a National Service role at Bogoso Gold Limited from November 2001 to August 2002. Following this, Yohane served as a Core and Elective Mathematics Tutor at St Paul’s Senior High School, Denu.
Political Engagement
[edit]Yohane Amarh Ashitey is an active member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). During the 2020 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections, he held key roles such as Youth Wing Chairman and Sealight Electoral Area Coordinator in the Tema East Constituency. His commitment extended to serving as the Technical Advisor to the Campaign Team in the same constituency.
Metropolitan Chief Executive
[edit]On October 23, 2021, Yohane Amarh Ashitey was appointed Metropolitan Chief Executive for Tema by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. In this role, he oversees the day-to-day performance of the executive and administrative functions of the Tema Metropolitan Assembly. His responsibilities include acting as the Chief Representative of the Central Government.
Desire for Member of Parliament
[edit]Mr. Yohane Amarh Ashitey filed a nomination as the sole contender for the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) Tema East Constituency parliamentary candidate position[4] He announce his intention to lead the people of Tema East into the 2024 elections and said his going unopposed was an indication that the party was united in the constituency, something that was very important to spearhead a win come 2024. In his political assertions, Yohane Armah Ashitey said he is better option than the current MP of Tema East Constituency and that the constituency deserve better.[5]
Community Involvement and Ventures
[edit]Beyond his political and professional engagements, Yohane has actively participated in community development[6]. Notable roles include Board Chairman for Tema Industrial Mission Vocation and Technical Centre, Project Committee Chairman for Tema Manhean Technical Secondary High School, and Board Member of the Tema Technical Institute.
In September 2018, he organized a football competition for Under-20 boys, showcasing his commitment to youth development. Additionally, Yohane served as the President of Tema Manhean University Students Association (TEMUSA) during the 2000-2001 academic year.
Personal Life
[edit]Yohane Amarh Ashitey is proudly Ga, hailing from Tema. He is happily married to Lola Asiseh Ashitey, a Business Development and Communications Manager at Sewerage Systems Ghana Limited[7] Yohane Amarh Ashitey's journey reflects a commitment to education, leadership, and community development[8].
References
[edit]- ^ "The Mayor". Tema Metropolitan Assembly. Retrieved 29 May 2024.
- ^ "Yohanes Amarh Ashitey confirmed as Tema Metropolitan MCE - MyJoyOnline". October 2021.
- ^ "Tema MCE to run unopposed as Tema East NPP Parliamentary Candidate". Ghana News Agency. 16 August 2023.
- ^ "Tema MCE to run unopposed as Tema East NPP parliamentary candidate". Ghana News Agency. 16 August 2023.
- ^ "I'm a better option than the current Tema East MP — Yohane". Modern Ghana.
- ^ "Tema Metro Assembly to abolish shift system". Business Ghana.
- ^ "Sewerage Systems Ghana Limited". Sewerage Systems Ghana Limited.
- ^ "GFA LAUNCH FIFA FOOTBALL FOR SCHOOLS PROGRAMME IN TEMA". Ghana Football Association(GFA).