Turkish President Erdogan to visit Ghana Monday

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is set to arrive in Accra, Ghana, on Monday for a two-day state visit.

Accompanied by his wife and over 150 business and government officials, Mr. Erdoğan will hold talks with President John Dramani Mahama at the Flagstaff House.

The two leaders will hold a joint press conference, and also address a Business Forum.

The Turkish leader will also join President Mahama to cut sod for the official commencement of work on a new terminal building at the Kotoka International Airport.

Mr. Mahama and his wife, Lordina Mahama will host an Official State Luncheon in honour of Mr.

Erdoğan and his wife at the State Banquet Hall.

The Turkish leader will also hold discussions with the Speaker of Parliament and address the House, before visiting the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park with his wife.

His visit follows a 2013 visit to Ankara and Istanbul by President John Dramani Mahama and an earlier 2011 visit by former Turkish President, HE Abdullah Gül.

The Turkish First lady, HE Emine Erdoğan will also hold discussions with HE Nana Dr. Lordina Dramani Mahama and also visit the Osu Children’s Home.