The National President of the Automobile Dealers Union of Ghana (ADUG), Eric Kwaku Boateng, has launched a scathing critique of the Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, calling on President Mahama to relieve her of her post.
Several ministers in the current administration have been receiving backlash for perceived underperformance.
However, Mr. Boateng’s critique of the Trade Minister is particularly pointed, citing a breakdown in communication between the Ministry and key industry players.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with 1960news.com, Mr. Boateng described the Minister’s leadership style as “unfriendly” and “obstinate,” claiming she has consistently ignored the concerns of the automobile sector.
The Union President revealed that ADUG had attempted to collaborate with the Ministry regarding their recent 15% vehicle price reduction, but their efforts were met with silence.
”Before announcing our decision to cut prices, we tried reaching out to the Trade Minister, but all attempts were futile. She refused to even welcome us to her office,” Mr. Boateng stated.
Eric Kwaku Boateng, National President ADUG
A major point of contention involves a strategic land acquisition intended for the Union.
According to ADUG, the project has stalled due to a lack of ministerial support.
The land located along the Accra-Weniba highway was secured under the previous administration during Hon. Alan Kyerematen’s tenure yet despite numerous petitions and updates sent to Hon. Ofosu-Adjare, the Union claims she has failed to facilitate the completion of the process.
”We have written several petitions updating her about the land, but she has failed to listen. We want President Mahama to change her; in fact, she should be the first minister to be reshuffled,” Boateng added.
Mr. Boateng argued that the Minister’s current approach is a direct hindrance to the government’s “Resetting Agenda.”
While some ministers have been commended for their tireless work in economic recovery, ADUG maintains that the Trade Ministry is currently a bottleneck.
The Union believes that the sector requires a “competent and affable” leader who is willing to engage with stakeholders to drive industrial growth and augment the government’s economic achievements.
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