Rev. Dr. Nana Francis
Essel Okyeahene I (PhD)
Nyimedee Kesehene of Gomoa Assin Traditional Area & Gyaasehene of Gomoa Wassah.
"Rev. Nana Kwesi Essel-Okyeahene is undoubtedly a man of many parts. A Chartered Accountant, Chartered Tax Practitioner, Technocrat, an Entrepreneur, Plantation Farmer and a Local Gospel Preacher with skills in team leading."
He holds a BSc Administration from the University of Ghana and an MSc. in NGO Studies and Management from the University of Cape Coast. He studied for his professional accounting qualification at the Institute of Professional Studies-IPS Legon.
He undertook Leadership Training and Management Courses in London-UK, South Africa, and GIMPA. Sponsored by InWent (Germany) to study Revenue Management in 2006, he was later appointed Head of Revenue Unit of VAT Service (now GRA).
Key Qualifications
- BSc Administration (University of Ghana)
- MSc. NGO Studies & Management (UCC)
- Fellow, Chartered Institute of Taxation Ghana
- ICAG Professional Qualification
Career & Leadership
Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA)
Worked for over 25 years, rising to the rank of Assistant Commissioner. Headed the Revenue Unit for 14 years (2006-2020) and authored many Accounting Manuals.
Chartered Institute of Taxation Ghana (CITG)
Served as Council Member (2011-2022), Treasurer, and Vice President. Instrumental in the passage of the CITG bill into the Acts of Parliament in 2016.
Teaching & Academia
Lectured at Takoradi Technical University (Management Accounting). Pioneer lecturer at the ACCA Training School at Takoradi Workers College. Adjunct Lecturer at GRA Tax Training School.
Philanthropic Works
“Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have, for such sacrifices are pleasing to God”. – Hebrews 13:16
Farming
Dr. Essel-Okyeahene owns large acres of farmlands producing cocoa, plantain, maize, pepper, coconut, oranges, and more. He is a passionate plantation farmer contributing to agriculture.
Religion
A devoted Christian and local preacher. Currently sole financier of a 2,000-seater Church Auditorium and Event Centre at Kasoa. Has served as chapel steward and chaplain in the Methodist church for many years.
Awards & Honours
Admissions Open
Onua Francis Int. School has open admission for learners from age 1.5 and above. Locate us on the Kasoa - Winneba highways at Gomoa Buduburam compared to Triple X hotel.