AFEPAS Patron Dr. Edward Dwumfour Reaffirms Lifelong Commitment to the Association
Lashibi, Ghana — Thursday, 20th August 2026
The Association of Former EPA Staff (AFEPAS) has strengthened its bonds of fellowship, professional service and mutual support following a courtesy call and lunch hosted by AFEPAS Patron, Dr. Edward Dwumfour, at Kitchen 7 Pot, Boundary Road, Lashibi.
The engagement provided an opportunity for members to reconnect, share experiences and reaffirm their collective commitment to building AFEPAS as a strong and enduring family of former Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) staff.
Participants
Dr. Edward Dwumfour – Patron / Host and Member, Technical/Consultancy Committee
Mr. Samuel Anku – Chair, Technical/Consultancy Committee
Mr. Emmanuel Appoh – Vice President, Executive Committee
Mr. Joseph Tsagli – Organiser, Executive Committee / Secretary, Technical/Consultancy Committee
Ms. Helen Asiamah – Secretary, Executive Committee
Dr. Johnson Boanuh – Technical/Consultancy Committee Member
Mr. Yaw Amoyaw-Osei – Technical/Consultancy Committee Member
Mrs. Irene Amankwah – Technical/Consultancy Committee Member
Mr. Dyson Jumpah – Technical/Consultancy Committee Member
Mr. Godwin Sepogah – Welfare Committee Member
A Patron Who Chooses to Serve
Although Dr. Dwumfour serves as a Patron of AFEPAS, his commitment goes beyond the traditional role of a Patron. He has also opted to serve as a member of the Technical/Consultancy Committee, making his professional knowledge, experience and networks available to the Association.
His decision reflects the spirit of service upon which AFEPAS is being built. After his service at the EPA, Dr. Dwumfour went on to work with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and later the World Bank. His experience therefore provides an important resource for the Association as it develops its technical and consultancy activities.
Dr. Dwumfour Reaffirms His Commitment
Dr. Dwumfour warmly welcomed members and thanked them for honouring his invitation. He recalled that when Ms. Helen Asiamah informed him about the AFEPAS initiative, he immediately embraced the idea and decided to become part of it.
He described AFEPAS as a wonderful initiative and affirmed his intention to remain part of the Association for life. He commended the Executive Committee for its leadership and encouraged members to concentrate on building AFEPAS as one family.
He also pledged to work with fellow Patrons to help bridge the relationship between current and former EPA staff, creating opportunities for interaction, knowledge-sharing and collaboration.
President's Message of Appreciation
President Mr. Ebenezer Appah-Sampong, who was unable to attend, sent a message to Dr. Dwumfour. The message was read on his behalf by Vice President Mr. Emmanuel Appoh.
In the message, the President expressed sincere gratitude for Dr. Dwumfour's immense financial and technical support, describing him as an accessible and dependable Patron whose thoughts, ideas, experience and guidance are freely shared with AFEPAS.
He prayed that God would richly bless, strengthen and reward Dr. Dwumfour for his generosity and dedication.
Vice President Thanks Members
Mr. Appoh thanked Dr. Dwumfour for his warm reception, hospitality and continued support. He also thanked all members for making time to participate in the engagement and contribute to the ongoing work of building AFEPAS.
He emphasised that building AFEPAS is a collective responsibility and encouraged members to continue contributing their time, ideas, professional experience, networks and resources to the growth of the Association.
Absent with Apology
Mr. Ebenezer Appah-Sampong – President, Executive Committee
Mr. Samuel Obu – Finance Officer