Hon. Alfred Okoe Vanderpuije

Professional Background

Hon. Alfred Okoe Vanderpuije is a distinguished educator and public servant with extensive experience in both Ghana and the United States. As a certified public educational administrator, he has served as both teacher and administrator, bringing valuable educational expertise to his political career.

Political Career

Member of Parliament (2016 – Present)

– Constituency: Ablekuma South

– First Term: Elected in 2016

– Second Term: Re-elected in 2020, retained by constituents

Parliamentary Committee Roles

– Chairman: Foreign Affairs Committee

– Member: Budget Committee

– Member: Judicial Committee

– Member: Labour, Jobs and Employment Committee

Mayor of Accra (2009 – 2016)

Hon. Vanderpuije served two distinguished terms as Chief Executive of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly:

First Term (2009-2012)

– Appointed by President Professor Evans Atta Mills

Second Term (2012-2016)

– Renominated by President John Dramani Mahama

Key Achievements as Mayor

Educational Reforms

– Ended the shift system of education in Accra

– Constructed the Millennium City Schools in Accra

– Initiated construction of new AMA offices at Tema Station

Transportation and Infrastructure

– Served as chairman of the local government committee that developed and implemented the Ayalolo bus system in Accra

– Oversaw the conclusion of the century-old Lavender Hill operation

International Recognition

– 2013: Elected President of the Global Alliance of Mayors and Leaders of Africa and of African Descent during UN meetings in New York

– 2015: Adjudged Best Mayor of Africa in recognition of his outstanding work as Mayor of Accra

Constituency Development Initiatives

Healthcare

– Spearheaded redevelopment of Mamprobi Hospital, including:

  – New maternity ward

  – Modern theater facilities

  – New emergency ward

  – Complete hospital roofing

Education Support

– Provides furniture to schools in Ablekuma South

– Supplies mathematical sets and exercise books

– Sponsors tertiary education fees for brilliant but needy students

Skills Development

– Supports the TSENTSE Skills Development Center

Personal Life

Hon. Alfred Okoe Vanderpuije is married to Cynthia Naa Amerley Vanderpuije. Together, they have five children and three grandchildren.