Vice President Dr. Bawumia to Grace GRA Officer Cadet Graduation as Special Guest of Honor
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In a significant gesture of collaboration, Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has accepted an invitation to serve as the Special Guest of Honor and Reviewing Officer at the upcoming Officer Cadet graduation ceremony of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). This marks the first time a sitting Vice President will play such a role at the event, underscoring the growing partnership between the government and the GRA.
The invitation was extended during a meeting on Friday between Dr. Bawumia and a high-level GRA delegation, led by Commissioner General Mr. Anthony Kwasi Sarpong and Brigadier General Zibrim Ayorrogo of the Customs Division. The delegation congratulated the Vice President on his leadership and emphasized the importance of his presence at the ceremony, which celebrates the graduation of a new cohort of officers tasked with driving revenue mobilization for national development.
In his response, Dr. Bawumia expressed gratitude for the invitation and reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening ties between his office and the GRA. He also highlighted the need for greater gender diversity within the Authority and other state institutions, urging the GRA to prioritize inclusivity in its recruitment and leadership processes.
The Vice President’s participation in the graduation ceremony is seen as a symbolic move to inspire the new cadets and reinforce the government’s support for the GRA’s critical role in Ghana’s economic growth. As the nation looks forward to the event, Dr. Bawumia’s involvement is expected to set a precedent for future engagements between the government and key state agencies.
This collaboration signals a renewed focus on efficiency, inclusivity, and innovation in Ghana’s revenue mobilization efforts.
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