President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in Samuel Basintale Amadu as Comptroller-General of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS). Mr. Amadu, a highly accomplished Senior Immigration Official with over 30 years of dedicated service, is expected to provide decisive leadership, uphold discipline and professionalism, and enhance institutional performance in strengthening border management systems.
Mr. Amadu’s vast experience spans immigration enforcement, border security, intelligence, regulatory compliance, and international relations. He has consistently demonstrated strong leadership, strategic policy implementation, and operational efficiency in Ghana’s immigration sector, playing a pivotal role in enhancing the effectiveness of the country’s immigration framework.
His educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts (BA) Degree in Psychology with Philosophy from the University of Ghana, Legon, a Postgraduate Certificate in Public Administration from GIMPA, and a Master of Arts (MA) Degree in International Affairs from LECIAD, University of Ghana. He has held multiple high-profile roles, including Regional Commander and Head of Operations.
With his appointment, Mr. Amadu is expected to continue driving excellence, integrity, and service delivery, ensuring the GIS remains a modern, proactive, and technologically driven institution. His commitment to fair and humane immigration policies, cross-cultural exchange, and human rights aligns with the nation’s goals for secure and managed immigration systems
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