Comptroller General pushes for greater empowerment of Ghanaian women

By Selorm GBORBIDZI, Accra
The Comptroller-General of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS), Kwame Asuah Takyi, has advocated for more deliberate action to ensure the attainment of gender equality in the country.
He noted that despite the strides made in education, governance, and economic empowerment over the last three decades, women continue to face entrenched barriers to their collective growth.
These barriers include gender-based violence, limited access to opportunities, and discriminatory practices that undermine their ability to reach their full potential.
He made these remarks at a commemorative event organised by the Ghana Immigration Service to mark this year’s International Women’s Day celebration in Accra.
Speaking under the theme, ‘Accelerate Action for All Women and Girls: Rights, Equality, and Empowerment,’ Asuah Takyi said, “We have invested in capacity-building programs for female officers, both domestically and internationally, focusing on gender-related issues.”
To address the gender imbalance, I have increased the number of female officers in management positions and ensured their representation at the regional level.”

The Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, in a speech delivered on her behalf, called for the dismantling of systemic barriers that ensure inclusive development.
The time has come for us to build stronger partnerships and integrate gender concerns into national planning, budgeting, and development to address inequalities in Ghana.”
“It is an opportune moment to take stock of our progress and strategize for the future,” she stated.
The Spanish Ambassador to Ghana, Angel Lossada Torres-Quevedo, commended the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) for its contribution to national development.
Ambassador Torres-Quevedo was full of praise for the female officers of the GIS, acknowledging their significant role in strengthening the service.
According to him, “the contributions of women in the Service have been remarkable and crucial in bringing the Service to where it is today.”