The Chairman of the Board of MTN Ghana, Ishmael Yamson, has praised the outgoing CEO, Selorm Adadevoh, for his exceptional leadership skills and unwavering determination. Mr. Yamson made the remarks during a
final send-off party organized by the management of MTN Ghana.
The event was held at the plush Labadi Beach Hotel in Accra and was
attended by the top brass of
Ghana's telecommunications industry and key government officials.
Mr. Yamson
described Adadevoh as a man who is resolutely committed to delivering excellence.
"I have seen six CEOs of MTN Ghana, but this guy is
exceptional," the Chairman remarked,
acknowledging Adadevoh's remarkable achievements and leadership qualities.
According
to him through turbulent times and challenges, Adadevoh remained steadfast in
his pursuit of success. The Chairman commended him for his resilience, noting
that Adadevoh consistently surpassed expectations year after year,
demonstrating an unwavering dedication to his goals.
"Year after year, notwithstanding what would happen, this
young man will achieve his aim."
He extended
gratitude to Selorm for his exemplary performance, noting that he had not let
down the board of directors of MTN Ghana and also commended him for being one
of two Ghanaians representing MTN Group, further emphasizing his significance
within the company and beyond.
Ken
Ashigbey, CEO of the Telecom Chamber, also praised Adadevoh for his
contributions to the industry. As an executive committee member of the Telecom
Chamber, he mentioned that Adadevoh played a pivotal role in navigating crises
such as network outages and fibre cuts, demonstrating his exceptional
leadership and problem-solving skills.
Looking
back on Selorm's tenure, Ken noted his impact, stating, "Selorm has left an indelible mark on
the history of the chamber. His leadership and collaborative spirit had
contributed significantly to advancing the telecommunications industry in Ghana.”
By: Nana Appiah Acquaye
