In a resounding endorsement of his leadership and the operational turnaround of the Volta River Authority (VRA), Chief Executive Officer Mr. Edward Ekow Obeng-Kenzo has been crowned the Energy Sector CEO of the Year for the second consecutive time.
The prestigious honor was bestowed upon him at the 10th edition of the Ghana CEO Summit, held at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City in Accra, where he was presented the award by Togbi Afede XIV to a standing ovation from industry peers and corporate leaders.
Mr. Obeng-Kenzo’s back-to-back victory—having first won the accolade in 2025—highlights a period of exceptional strategic vision and institutional growth at the VRA. The award specifically celebrates chief executives whose tireless efforts have translated into tangible socio-economic development for Ghana, with Mr. Obeng-Kenzo fitting this criteria perfectly.
The citation for the award heavily underscored VRA’s stellar performance throughout 2025. During a period marked by surging national energy consumption, the Authority successfully navigated complex operational hurdles to deliver reliable and affordable electricity to Ghanaians. Furthermore, VRA’s role as a dependable energy lifeline for neighboring countries within the West African sub-region was flagged as a major milestone, reinforcing its status as a regional powerhouse and a key driver of economic growth.
Under Mr. Obeng-Kenzo’s stewardship, the VRA has aggressively pushed the envelope on operational efficiency. Industry observers note that his leadership has not only strengthened the Authority’s internal performance metrics but has also solidified its reputation as one of the foremost power generation companies on the African continent.
The CEO did not attend the summit alone; he was accompanied by a high-level delegation from the Authority, including Deputy Chief Executive in charge of Services, Mr. Samel Kwesi Fletcher, and Directors Jacob Fosu Kyei (Procurement), Clement Boakye (Corporate Strategy), and Joyce Offei Asiedu (Human Resources).
Beyond the awards ceremony, VRA utilized the high-profile platform to showcase its evolving business model. Through a dedicated exhibition booth, the Authority highlighted its Value Added Services and the capacity-building programs run by the VRA Academy. This move provided a unique opportunity for VRA to engage directly with stakeholders, boost its brand visibility, and demonstrate that it is more than just a power generator, but a multifaceted energy services provider.
Ultimately, this latest recognition serves as a powerful capstone to Mr. Obeng-Kenzo’s tenure thus far, cementing both his personal legacy and the VRA’s enduring reputation as the anchor of Ghana’s energy security and national development.
