Ghana Publishing Company Limited (GPCL) has dismissed claims by former Managing Director David Asante regarding the company’s turnaround, describing them as “unmeritorious and selfish” and aimed at “fueling his own self-aggrandizement.”
The statement, issued by GPCL’s Corporate Affairs Department, comes a day after David Asante posted on social media challenging President John Dramani Mahama’s commendation of the current administration’s efforts at GPCL during his working visit to the company on January 8, 2026. The President had described the company as having “not a good brand previously… it was like sending someone to Siberia,” while praising the management for its recent transformation.
In its response, GPCL clarified that the progress noted by the President cannot be credited solely to the former MD. The company pointed out that Asante inherited a fully functional offset printing setup, vehicles, and substantial cash from his predecessor, David Dzreke, which were used during his tenure.
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GPCL also challenged claims that Asante acquired modern equipment or established a branch in Kumasi for the first time, noting that the so-called new equipment was an older Heidelberg press and that GPCL had branches in multiple cities prior to 1997.
The company further stated that the 24-hour production for the 2020 elections cited by Asante was done solely to meet Electoral Commission deadlines with significant overtime pay to staff, and that the 3,000% asset increase in 2023 was due to revaluation, not retooling.
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GPCL emphasised that the current management has, within ten months, implemented a structured 24-hour system, purchased a new Toyota Land Cruiser, built a digital printing center, increased staff salaries, and continues to manage the company prudently.
GPCL concluded by reaffirming its commitment to supporting President Mahama’s resetting agenda, insisting the company “will not be distracted by any further commentary from the former MD.”
Below is a copy of the statement:
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
