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Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare
Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Member of Parliament, Lawyer
About Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare
Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare is Ghana's Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, appointed by President Mahama in 2025. She first served in his cabinet as Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts from 2013, and represents Techiman North in Parliament.
Background
She was born on 1 March 1974, the third of ten daughters of lawyer, businessman and politician Isaac Kwadwo Adjei Mensah. She took her O and A levels at St. Monica's in Mampong, a social science degree at KNUST and an LLB at the University of Ghana in 2002, and was called to the Bar in 2004.
Law and politics
She practised at Holy Trinity Chambers in Kumasi, becoming a partner, and worked with the Legal Aid Scheme in Ashanti. She sat on the board of Tema Oil Refinery from 2009 to 2013. She has represented Techiman North since 2021. At her ministerial vetting in January 2025 she said Ghana must cut imports by producing more at home.
Frequently asked questions about Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare
How old is Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare?
Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare is 52 years old, born March 1, 1974.
What is Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare known for?
Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare is a Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Member of Parliament, Lawyer.
What is Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare's nationality?
Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare is Ghanaian.
Where did Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare study?
Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare studied at St. Monica's Secondary School, Mampong KNUST: BA Social Science University of Ghana: LLB (2002) Ghana School of Law (2004).
Personal Information
- Date of Birth
- 1 March 1974
- Nationality
- Ghanaian
- Constituency
- Techiman North
- Political Party
- National Democratic Congress
- Region
- Bono East
- Religion
- Christianity
Education
- St. Monica's Secondary School
- Mampong
- KNUST: BA Social Science
- University of Ghana: LLB (2002)
- Ghana School of Law (2004)
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Sources & References
- "Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare". Wikipedia.
- "Elizabeth Ofosu Adjare". GhanaMPs.
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