This article is here with the Top 10 Highest Paid Government Officials in Ghana & Their Salaries as at the year 2021.
Government officials in Ghana are individuals the president has appointed directly or indirectly to head agencies, institutions, ministries or organizations.
The works of these Government officials are much demanding, and important since they contribute to the growth of the country. This calls for a reason why their salaries are the highest paid in Ghana according to their work and roles.
Currently, the President of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo takes almost GHS 30,000 as his monthly salary with tax excluded. Despite this salary paid monthly, President Akufo-Addo also takes allowances that contributes to salary and wages.
These are the Top 10 Highest Paid Government Officials In Ghana 2021.
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Dr. Ernest Addison – Governor, Bank of Ghana
In Ghana, Dr. Ernest Addison is the governor of Bank of Ghana. Dr. Ernest Addison is in-charge for supervising the entire banking sector of Ghana. This makes him the highest-paid government official in Ghana in the year.
Dr. Ernest Addison Salary
Dr. Ernest Addison takes an estimated salary of GHS 125,346 monthly as the Governor of the Bank of Ghana. Despite this, he takes a lot of allowances and wages.
Rev. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah – Commissioner-General, GRA
Rev. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah is the Commissioner-General, GRA in Ghana. He holds one of the most important offices in Ghana. Rev. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah is the one in-charge of collecting of taxes across all sectors.
Rev. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah Salary
Under the government of Ghana, Rev. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah is the second-highest paid government official that is estimated with a monthly salary of GHS 105,996. This salary excludes all his allowances.
Dr. John Ofori-Tenkorang – Director General, SSNIT
Dr. John Ofori-Tenkorang is Director-General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT). He is responsible for the payment of monthly insurance contributions by or on behalf of all workers ahead of their retirement.
Dr. John Ofori-Tenkorang Salary
If you are looking for one of the highest-paid government officials in Ghana, Dr. John Ofori-Tenkorang is the third highest-paid government officials that is estimated at GHS 101,382 as his monthly salary. Dr John Ofori-Tenkorang’s monthly salary is tax excluded.
Joseph Boahen Aidoo – CEO, COCOBOD
Joseph Boahen Aidoo is the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD). Joseph Boahen Aidoo ensures that Ghana’s cocoa is marketed across the globe and the nation makes revenue from the sale.
Joseph Boahen Aidoo Salary
Joseph Boahen Aidoo is one of the highest-paid government officials who is estimated of GHS 85,775 as his monthly salary. This excludes his tax and he takes a lot of allowances and wages.
Dr. John Kofi Mensah – CEO, ADB Bank
Dr. John Kofi Mensah is one of the highest-paid government officials in Ghana. He is the Chief Executive Officer of the Agriculture Development Bank (ADB Bank) — who ensures the growth of the bank and making profitable income.
Dr. John Kofi Mensah Salary
As the fifth highest-paid government official in Ghana, Dr. John Kofi Mensah is estimated at GHS 75,310 as his monthly salary.
Samuel Sarpong – Managing Director, NIB Bank
In contributing to the growth of the country, Samuel Sarpong is the Managing Director of the National Investment Bank. Samuel Sarpong makes sure everything is working towards the growth of the bank, National Investment Bank.
Samuel Sarpong Salary
Samuel Sarpong is estimated at a monthly salary of GHS 70,465. This makes him the sixth highest-paid government officials in Ghana.
George Mensah Okey – MD, BOST
In Ghana, George Mensah Okey is the Managing Director of Bulk Oil Storage Transportation (BOST) company. Being the energy expert, George Mensah Okey ensures Ghana has stock of oil at storage.
George Mensah Okey Salary
George Mensah Okey is estimated at a monthly salary of GHS 75,203 excluding his numerous allowances. George Mensah Okey is the seventh highest-paid government officials in Ghana in 2021.
Anselm Ransford Adzetey Sowah – MD, GCB Bank
Anselm Ransford Adzetey Sowah is the Managing Director of the Ghana Commercial Bank (GCB). Anselm Ransford Adzetey Sowah is a seasoned banker who makes sure the bank is operating effectively for growth and making profit at the end.
Anselm Ransford Adzetey Sowah Salary
Anselm Ransford Adzetey Sowah is estimated at a monthly salary of GHS 65,089. This makes him the eight highest-paid government officials in Ghana.
Francis Boateng – MD, TOR
Francis Boateng is currently the Managing Director of the Tema Oil Refinery. His responsibility is to ensure the running of the company and to see to the correct refinery of Ghana’s oil to meet international standards.
Francis Boateng Salary
Francis Boateng is estimated at a net worth of GHS 60,205 as his monthly salary. This makes him one of the highest-paid government officials in Ghana.
COP (RTD) Frank Adusei-Poku – Executive Director
COP (RTD) Frank Adusei-Poku is the Executive Director of the Economic And Organized Crime Office (EOCO).
COP (RTD) Frank Adusei-Poku Salary
COP (RTD) Frank Adusei-Poku is estimated at a net worth of GHS 70,909 as his monthly salary. This excludes his numerous allowances.