By Francis Kobena Tandoh
His Excellency, President John Dramani Mahama, has appointed Mr. Aaron Kanor as Acting Commissioner, Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) with immediate effect, according to a statement late Monday.
The statement issued by the GRA said Mr. Kanor is an accomplished Customs professional with over three decades of distinguished service in revenue mobilization, border security, and trade facilitation at GRA. He has a wealth of experience, strategic insight, and dedication to Public Service. His appointment as Ag. Commissioner of the Customs Division reflects a career defined by integrity, operational excellence, and strategic leadership.
Before his appointment, Mr. Kanor served as Officer in Charge of Port Operations, where he oversaw critical Customs functions including enforcement of customs laws, revenue collection, and trade facilitation. His leadership has contributed significantly to strengthening border security systems and enhancing compliance within Ghana’s international trade environment.
Over the years, Mr. Kanor has held several key leadership positions across the country, including Sector Commander at the Kotoka International Airport and Wa Collections, and Chief Revenue Officer in multiple operational areas. In these roles, he spearheaded intelligence-led operations that curtailed smuggling, uncovered invoice falsification schemes, and disrupted criminal syndicates involved in vehicle identification manipulation. These efforts resulted in improved revenue performance and strengthened national security.
Mr. Kanor has also played an instrumental role in advancing modernization initiatives within the Customs Division, including electronic valuation systems and strategic projects that improved operational efficiency and reduced cargo clearance turnaround times. His work has contributed to aligning Ghana’s customs administration with international best practices and facilitating legitimate trade.
His appointment marks a significant step in strengthening Customs administration, improving compliance, and supporting Ghana’s economic growth through efficient and secure trade systems, bringing renewed spirit and direction to the Customs Division.
The Board, Management, and staff congratulated Mr. Kanor in his new role and expressed gratitude to the outgoing Commissioner of Customs, Brigadier General Glover Ashong Annan, for his leadership at the Customs Division. Enditem
Source: Ghana Eye Report
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