Senior Presidential Advisor Joyce Bawah Mogtari has affirmed the government’s strong commitment to reviving Ghana’s national airline, calling it a critical step toward economic revitalisation and national pride.
Speaking on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, she emphasised the administration’s readiness to deliver on its 2024 campaign pledge.
“The time has come not just to revisit this idea, but to realise it with clarity of vision, institutional discipline, and strong political will,” she stated.
The re-establishment of a national airline was one of President Mahama’s key promises ahead of the 2024 elections—a pledge which has already seen action with the inauguration of a 10-member task force.
Madam Bawah Mogtari noted that this move is more than a political gesture; it is a strategic national imperative.
“This is not about nostalgia or symbolism alone—this is about creating jobs, opening up Ghana to the world, and asserting our leadership in West African aviation,” she said.
The proposal has sparked nationwide discussions, with opinions divided on ownership models.
While some experts push for full government control, others advocate for a public-private partnership that leverages global expertise while preserving Ghana’s national identity.
Madam Bawah Mogtari acknowledged these debates, stating, “It’s healthy for our democracy to have these conversations, but what must not be lost is the clear need for a reliable national carrier.”
According to her, Ghana’s strategic location in West Africa offers natural advantages that have been underutilised due to the lack of a national airline.
“We are geographically positioned to be a regional hub. With the right airline infrastructure, we can attract business, tourism, and investment in ways we’ve never done before,” she asserted, adding that the new carrier will be designed with sustainability and efficiency at its core.
Joyce Bawah Mogtari concluded by underscoring that this initiative is not about repeating the past but about building a future-facing airline.
“We’ve learned from past challenges. What we need now is a sound business model, strong regulatory oversight, and professional management. Ghana deserves an airline that reflects our ambition, self-reliance, and readiness to lead,” she said.