VRA CEO named Energy Sector CEO of the Year at 10th Ghana CEO Summit

The Chief Executive of the Volta River Authority (VRA), Edward Ekow Obeng-Kenzo, has been named Chief Executive of the Year for the Energy Sector at the 10th Ghana CEO Summit, held at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra.

This marks the second consecutive year that the VRA Chief Executive has received the award at the Ghana CEO Summit, having first won the honour in 2025. The recognition underscores the strong leadership and influence Obeng-Kenzo has demonstrated in Ghana's energy sector.

Obeng-Kenzo was honoured for his exemplary leadership, strategic direction, and significant contributions to the growth and transformation of Ghana's energy industry.

Togbi Afede XIV presented the award to the VRA Chief Executive amid thunderous applause from participants at the ceremony.

The award recognises outstanding leadership by a chief executive in Ghana's energy sector whose contributions have significantly advanced the country's socio-economic development.

VRA was commended for its reliable electricity generation and supply in 2025, helping to meet the nation's growing energy demand. The Authority was also celebrated for providing affordable and dependable power to Ghana and the wider West African sub-region.

The award further acknowledged Obeng-Kenzo's leadership in strengthening the Authority's operational efficiency, advancing its strategic objectives, and reinforcing its role as a key driver of Ghana's socio-economic development.

The VRA delegation at the event included Samuel Kwesi Fletcher, Deputy Chief Executive, Services; Jacob Fosu Kyei, Director of Procurement; Clement Boakye, Director of Corporate Strategy; Joyce Offei Asiedu, Director of Human Resources; and other officials of the Authority.

As part of its sponsorship package, the Authority showcased its value-added services and training programmes offered through the VRA Academy at designated exhibition booths during the summit. The initiative provided an opportunity to enhance the VRA brand's visibility and expand access to its services.