Director’s biography
Biography of
Mr Enoch Kwasi Gyetuah
Executive Director of GNACOPS
Mr. Enoch Kwasi Gyetuah, affectionately known as Obenfo Gyetuah, hails from Asokore, a small town in the Ashanti Region of Ghana. Born to cocoa farming parents, Opanin Kwame Tuah and Mary Gyetuah, his early years were marked by a determined pursuit of education.
Early Education and Challenges
Mr. Gyetuah’s family later relocated to Siana village in Ahafo Goaso, where he began his primary education.
Even at the tender age of six, he undertook a daily journey of nearly two hours to reach school, demonstrating an unwavering commitment to learning. His relentless dedication to academics was evident as he consistently topped his classes.
Following his father’s move to Dantano, Mr Gyetuah joined him in his hometown, hoping for improved education prospects. Hardships and difficulties marked life in Dantano. He endured severe maltreatment, which included strenuous farm work and household chores. The demands of these responsibilities began to take a toll on his academic performance.
In 1999, after completing his Junior Secondary School (JHS) education, Mr. Gyetuah made the courageous decision to relocate to Gabiagyi, Ivory Coast, to live with his brother. As a foreigner, he had to support himself through activities like tapping and selling palm wine, ak-peteshie, and local soaps. Over the course of three years, Mr. Gyetuah engaged in various trades. Yet, his enduring dream was to pursue further education. He wrote the Common Entrance Examination in Ivory Coast and, through his determination, successfully put himself through secondary school.
In 2004, the Ivorian civil war erupted, compelling him to flee and seek refuge in Burkina Faso.
It was in Burkina Faso that he gained post-secondary education at a polytechnic institution.
Return to Ghana and Pursuit of Education
In 2006, he returned to Ghana to dispel rumours of his demise in the Ivorian war and start a cement paper transportation business. Subsequently, he secured employment at Alliance Française in Kumasi and decided to resettle in Ghana. He pursued further education, graduating as a General Arts student from Kibi Secondary Technical in 2008.
Educational Pursuits
Mr. Gyetuah continued to hone his proficiency in the French language, studying in Gabon.
He later pursued a Master in French Language and an MPhil in Educational Leadership and Corporate Governance from Omar Bongo University and Harvard University, respectively.
In 2010, while undertaking his distant education, Mr Gyetuah ventured into private education as a teacher at Peace and Love School. He authored French textbooks for primary and JHS students and became the headteacher at Peace and Love School.
He further taught and headed the Great Vision Educational Complex before becoming an educational consultant in 2012.
Achievements in Education:
Mr. Gyetuah’s innovative teaching methods made French an engaging subject for students, creating a conducive learning environment.
His efforts included French songs, drama, and a fusion of local culture into the curriculum.
His distinct approach led to students speaking French fluently and effectively. Mr Gyetuah played a pivotal role in developing software to assist teachers in assessing students, mainly focusing on standards-based assessments.
This initiative gained national recognition and connected him with organizations like the National School Inspectorate Authority (NaSIA) and the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA).
Founding GNACOPS
In 2016, Mr Gyetuah organized a conference for private school proprietors and recognized the need for advocacy on behalf of private schools. This realization inspired him to establish the Ghana National Council of Private Schools (GNACOPS) in 2017.
The organization, registered under his leadership, marked a historic moment as he led a delegation from the private education sector to meet with the President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo Addo.
GNACOPS and Its Mission
GNACOPS currently represents over 20,000 individuals, including students, teachers, head teachers, and school proprietors across various levels of private education.
The organization is committed to advocating for, empowering, and promoting private education in Ghana, emphasizing excellence, innovation, and accessibility for student success.
GNACOPS collaborates with government agencies and nonprofit organizations to provide training and support for its members.
Personal Life
Mr Gyetuah is happily married and blessed with two daughters. He takes pleasure in watching football and other sports. His life is guided by the principle of “FOCUS,” which has sustained him through challenges and trials, enabling him to pursue his dreams with unwavering determination.
Mr. Enoch Kwasi Gyetuah’s remarkable journey, resilience, and contributions to education underscore the importance of determination and commitment in achieving one’s aspirations. His dedication to private education in Ghana has left an indelible mark on the sector and its future.
