Kwadwo Owusu Afriyie
Kwadwo Owusu Afriyie | |
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John Agyekum Kufour | |
Personal details | |
Born | 1957[1] Ghana |
Died | July 1, 2020[1] Accra, Ghana | (aged 62–63)
Political party | New Patriotic Party |
Residence | Ghana |
Alma mater | University of Ghana, Ghana School of Law |
Occupation | Public servant |
Profession | Lawyer |
Kwadwo Owusu Afriyie (popularly known as Sir John)
Early life and education
Kojo Afriyie was born in the
Career
Legal career
Afriyie entered into
Political career
While managing his firm, Afriyie was also actively engaged in Ghanaian politics. He served as the general secretary of the New Patriotic Party from 2010 to 2014.[5] He lost his bid to secure a second term to Kwabena Agyapong.[4][6] In May 2017, while serving as the CEO of the Forestry Commission, he publicly declared that he would contest the New Patriotic Party's general secretary elections if there was an overwhelming call for him to do so.[1][4][7]
CEO of Forestry Commission
In March 2017, President Nana Akuffo-Addo appointed Afriyie as CEO of the Forestry Commission.[3] He replaced Samuel Afari Dartey, whose term as the CEO had ended. His appointment was surprising to many Ghanaians because of many rumours that he was linked to the position of head of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority.[3][8] That position was given to Paul Asare Ansah.[3][8] Afriyie later revealed that the rumours were true but he had rejected the appointment due to his fear of the sea.[9][10] He thanked the president for the Forestry Commission appointment and believed that since he hailed from the forest zone of Ghana, he would be able to have a greater impact in that area.[9]
As CEO of the Forestry Commission, Afriyie's job was to oversee the various public agencies that form the divisions of the commission.
Contempt case
In July 2013, Afriyie was summoned to the
Death
Afriyie died on 1 July 2020 in Accra after testing positive for COVID-19 during the COVID-19 pandemic in Ghana. He died at the Korle-bu Teaching Hospital where he was receiving treatment.[17][18]
Funeral and burial
The funeral of Afriyie was held at Wonoo Basic School Park. Afriyie who was a member of the Seventh-day Adventist Church was buried in Sakora Wonoo in a House Tomb.[19][20]
References
- ^ a b c d Tornyi, Emmanuel (22 May 2017). "Second Chance: Sir John to contest NPP General Secretary position". Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ "Akufo-Addo: I received news of Sir John's death 'with great shock and deep sadness'". Graphic Online.
- ^ a b c d Tornyi, Emmanuel (14 March 2017). "Presidential Appointment: Sir John named Forestry Commission CEO". Pulse. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ a b c "I'll contest NPP General Secretary position if… – Sir John". Kasapa102.5FM. 22 May 2017. Archived from the original on 14 December 2017. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ a b c d e f g Ocloo, Della Russel (26 January 2017). "'Sir John' to head G.P.H.A. as Director General". Graphic Online. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ "Kwabena Agyepong to oust 'Sir John'". GhanaWeb. 23 March 2013. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ "I'll consider contesting NPP General Secretary position — Sir John". Graphic Online. 23 May 2017. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ a b Mensah, Kent (14 March 2017). "Sir John appointed Forestry Commission CEO". Starr Fm. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ a b Kumsah, Clement Edward (15 March 2017). "Why I rejected GPHA appointment – Sir John". Prime News Ghana. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ Obour, Samuel (15 March 2015). "Why I rejected Akufo-Addo's Ports and Harbours job - Sir John makes mind-blowing confession". Yen.com.gh. Archived from the original on 31 December 2017. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ a b "Sir John Moves Into Office". FCGhana.org. The Forestry Commission of Ghana. 24 April 2017. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ "The Supreme Court versus Kwadwo Owusu Afriyie". GhanaDot.com. 8 July 2013. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ Bokor, Michael J. K. (11 July 2013). "The Supreme Court versus Kwadwo Owusu Afriyie". News Ghana. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ Bokor, Michael J. K. (8 July 2013). "The Supreme Court versus Kwadwo Owusu Afriyie". GhanaWeb. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ a b Frimpong, Enoch Darfah (14 August 2013). "Bad spirits caused Sir John to commit contempt – Ayikoi Otoo". Graphic Online. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ a b c "Supreme Court fines Sir John, Hopeson". Ghana News Agency. 14 August 2013. Retrieved 18 December 2017.
- ^ "Former NPP General Secretary, Sir John dies after contracting COVID-19". Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana. 1 July 2020. Retrieved 17 February 2021.
- ^ "Akufo-Addo: I received news of Sir John's death 'with great shock and deep sadness'". Graphic Online. Retrieved 17 February 2021.
- ^ "Hundreds troop to Sakora-Wonoo for Sir John's burial". Business Ghana. 4 June 2021. Retrieved 28 July 2021.
- ^ Donkor, Stephen (6 May 2021). "Did Sir John demand a 'House Tomb'?". Modern Ghana. Retrieved 28 July 2021.