The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Mr. Eric Opoku, has been honoured with the Honorary Ambassador of Agenda 2063 title by the Office of the Special Envoy to the African Union, in recognition of his outstanding leadership in agricultural transformation and commitment to advancing food security across Africa.

The ceremony, held at the Ministry of Food and Agriculture in Accra, brought together representatives from the African Union’s Agenda 2063 Ambassador-General Assembly, members of the diplomatic corps, development partners, and senior government officials.

Delivering the keynote address, the Head of Delegation of the Office of the Special Envoy to the African Union praised Mr. Opoku for aligning Ghana’s agricultural policies with the vision of Agenda 2063, which envisions an Africa that is self-sufficient in food production and globally competitive in agriculture.

“Your Excellency, your leadership in the agricultural sector has not only empowered farmers and enhanced food systems, but it also speaks directly to the soul of Agenda 2063,” the Head of Delegation stated.

“You have turned fields into engines of economic growth and proven that food security is not just a dream but an achievable reality with the right vision and political will.”

The delegation also presented Mr. Opoku with the Diplomatic Medal of Merit in Agricultural Transformation and Food Security, an award reserved for leaders whose work has significantly contributed to the continent’s sustainable development goals through agriculture.

Receiving the honours, Mr Eric Opoku expressed gratitude for the recognition and reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to agricultural development as a tool for economic empowerment, rural development, and continental progress.

“This award is not just a personal honour, but a recognition of the collective effort of all Ghanaian farmers, policymakers, and stakeholders working tirelessly to transform our agriculture,” he said.