President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Brigadier-General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono as the Acting Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA).
A distinguished military officer and legal expert, Brigadier-General Tanye-Kulono currently serves as the Deputy Commandant of the National College of Defence Studies (NCDS) at Burma Camp, Accra.
With a rich academic background, he holds a Master of Laws (LLM) in Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution from George Washington School of Law, alongside master’s degrees in Management Studies and International Affairs.
Having been called to the Ghanaian Bar in 2015, he complements his military expertise with legal proficiency. His training includes courses from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, the United States Army Command and Staff College, and the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre.
Brigadier-General Tanye-Kulono has served in key leadership roles, including as Chief Coordinator at the NCDS and Deputy Director-General of Training at the Ghana Armed Forces.
His peacekeeping experience extends to UNIFIL, where he played a vital role in counterterrorism and strategic defense.
Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Acting Spokesperson to the President, affirmed the appointment, stating, “His vast experience in military operations, training, and legal affairs makes him a highly respected figure in both defense and legal circles.”
