Official Appointment: Emmanuel Treku to Lead GHATOF Marketing & P.R. Committee

ACCRA, GHANA – The Ghana Tourism Federation (GHATOF) has formally announced the appointment of Mr. Emmanuel Treku as the Chairman of the Marketing and Public Relations Functional Committee.

The appointment was confirmed via an official communique dated January 23, 2026, issued by the President of the Federation, Mr. Seth Ocran. Mr. Treku, who currently serves as the Executive Director of the Inter Tourism Expo Accra, brings a wealth of industry expertise and strategic communication experience to this vital role.

Alignment with New Leadership Mandate

This appointment follows the recent inauguration of Mr. Seth Ocran as President of GHATOF. Having been elected by an overwhelming majority, President Ocran has moved swiftly to assemble a team of “excellent professionals and associates of competence” to deliver on a clear mandate of greater efficiency and stakeholder welfare.

In his new capacity, Mr. Treku will oversee the communication and branding efforts for the Federation’s current priority initiatives, which include:

• Environmental Stewardship: The GHATOF Plastics Pollution Prevention Project.
• Standards & Hospitality: The GHATOF Customer Service Certification Project.
• Green Energy: The GHATOF Clean Cookstoves for Sustainable Tourism Project.
• Infrastructure Advocacy: Linking Transport Challenges Affecting Tourism Project.

A Commitment to Professional Excellence

The Federation has underscored that teamwork and advisory strength are the cornerstones of its current administration. By appointing a seasoned professional like Mr. Treku, GHATOF aims to ensure that its mission—to lead the tourism industry toward maximum welfare and global competitiveness—is supported by a robust marketing framework.”For us at GHATOF, great teamwork is key to winning,” President Ocran stated in the appointment letter. “We look forward to working with [Mr. Treku] in order to ensure authority and strength in teamwork and advisory purposes.”

Strategic Outlook

The Marketing and Public Relations Functional Committee plays a critical role in bridging the gap between the Federation’s policy goals and the public’s perception of Ghana as a premier tourism destination. Mr. Treku’s leadership is expected to enhance the visibility of GHATOF’s projects and foster stronger partnerships within the international tourism community.

The Board and members of the Ghana Tourism Federation extend their congratulations to Mr. Emmanuel Treku on his new role and look forward to a period of “victory and excellence through order.”