President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Aaron Kanor as the Acting Commissioner of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), with immediate effect.
In a statement issued on Monday, February 23, the GRA said Mr. Kanor is a seasoned Customs professional with over 30 years of experience in revenue mobilisation, border security and trade facilitation. The Authority described his appointment as a reflection of a career distinguished by integrity, operational excellence and strategic leadership.
Prior to his appointment, Mr. Kanor served as Officer in Charge of Port Operations, where he supervised key customs functions, including the enforcement of customs laws, revenue collection and trade facilitation. His leadership, the GRA said, contributed to strengthening border security systems and enhancing compliance within Ghana’s international trade environment.
Mr. Kanor has held several senior positions across the country, including Sector Commander at Kotoka International Airport and Wa Collections, as well as Chief Revenue Officer in various operational areas. In these roles, he led intelligence-driven operations that curtailed smuggling, uncovered invoice falsification schemes, and disrupted criminal syndicates involved in vehicle identification manipulation, resulting in improved revenue performance and enhanced national security.
He has also played a key role in advancing modernisation initiatives within the Customs Division, including the implementation of electronic valuation systems and strategic reforms aimed at improving operational efficiency and reducing cargo clearance turnaround times. These initiatives have helped align Ghana’s customs administration with international best practices while facilitating legitimate trade.
The GRA noted that Mr. Kanor’s appointment is expected to strengthen customs administration, improve compliance, and support Ghana’s economic growth through efficient and secure trade systems.
The Board, Management and staff of the GRA congratulated Mr. Kanor on his appointment and expressed appreciation to the outgoing Commissioner of Customs, Brigadier General Glover Ashong Annan, for his leadership and service to the Customs Division.
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