By Edward Acquah
Accra, Feb. 6, GNA – Alhaji Saaka Dumba, newly sworn‑in President of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT) Ghana, has called for higher professional standards and stronger policy influence in the sector.
He made the call on Wednesday night in Accra after members of the Institute’s 9th Governing Council were sworn into office for a two‑year tenure.
Alhaji Dumba, who will lead a 14‑member Council, said his administration would prioritise professional excellence through enhanced training, certification and mentorship programmes to ensure that CILT Ghana remained the benchmark for industry expertise.
“CILT Ghana must continue to lead in an era of rapidly evolving global supply chains, advancing technology, and increasing demands for sustainability and road safety,” he said.
Alhaji Dumba said that the Institute would strengthen its role in policy advocacy, positioning itself as a key stakeholder in government policy formulation, particularly in road safety, fleet management and sustainable transport systems.
He said the Institute would collaborate with institutions such as the Motor Traffic and Transport Department, the National Road Safety Authority and the Ghana Statistical Service to support research and data‑driven advocacy aimed at reducing road traffic crashes.
Touching on internal reforms, Alhaji Dumba said strategies would be introduced to improve member retention and strengthen regional presence, including plans to establish a Northern Section in Tamale and a second Section in the Western Region at Tarkwa.
Mr Mark Amoamah, outgoing President of CILT Ghana, congratulated the new leadership and expressed confidence in its ability to build on the gains made by the 8th Governing Council.
He said his two‑term administration focused on strengthening CILT Ghana’s visibility, expanding membership, deepening professional development programmes and enhancing engagement with government institutions on transport and logistics policy.
Among the key milestones, Mr Amoamah cited the introduction of a centralised examination system to improve quality assurance, the expansion of accredited training providers, and the appointment of a full‑time Executive Secretary to improve operational efficiency.
Chief Teete Owusu‑Nortey, immediate‑past President of CILT International, said CILT Ghana had become a model branch globally during his tenure, recording strong membership growth and high revenue generation.
He commended the leadership for strengthening governance and supporting Africa’s visibility within the global Institute.
CILT Ghana is the national branch of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport, a leading international professional body established in the United Kingdom in 1919.
In Ghana, the Institute has operated for more than 60 years, promoting professionalism, education and best practices in logistics, transport and supply chain management, while contributing to national development through policy advocacy and capacity building.
GNA
Edited by Kenneth Sackey