The Management of the Lands Commission held a significant meeting today, Tuesday, May 20th, 2025, to officially introduce and welcome the newly appointed Deputy Executive Secretary in charge of Operations, Surv. Anthony Mallen Ntiador.

The meeting, held at the Commission’s Corporate Head Office, brought together management members, including all Regional Lands Officers across the country.

The purpose of the meeting was not only to formally welcome Surv. Anthony Ntiador into his new role, but also to engage in strategic discussions aimed at enhancing the operational efficiency of the Commission.

A key highlight of the deliberations was the proposed decentralization of the Commission’s operations through the establishment of district-level offices.

The decentralization agenda, which has been tasked by the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, aims to ensure greater productivity and efficiency in Ghana’s land administration system by establishing Lands Commission offices in various districts across the country.

Management expressed its full commitment to actualizing the Minister’s directive and emphasized the need for strategic collaboration among regional offices to ensure its successful implementation.

In his remarks, Surv. Ntiador expressed his gratitude for the warm reception and reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the Commission’s strategic vision.

He emphasized the importance of collaboration and innovation in driving progress, particularly in streamlining land service operations across the country.

Following the meeting, Surv. Ntiador took the opportunity to tour the various units within the Corporate Head Office.

His visit allowed him to personally introduce himself to staff and begin fostering strong working relationships.

The gesture was warmly received and served as a sign of his approachable leadership style and dedication to teamwork.

With over two decades of experience in land management, digital transformation, and public sector reform, Mr. Ntiador is regarded as a trailblazer in the field.

He is expected to play a crucial role in supporting the Executive Secretary to execute the Commission’s strategic objectives, especially during this transformative period.

Mr. Ntiador has led several national digitization initiatives, including the automation of the eJustice platform, the Attorney General’s Department, and the Birth and Death Registry.

He is also behind notable technology solutions such as the DVLA’s Private Vehicle Testing Station application and Multimedia Ghana’s elections application.

He holds a Master’s degree in Land Management and Administration from the Technical University of Munich, Germany, and is a proud alumnus of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).

His expertise has been sought by global institutions such as the FAO, GIZ, and the World Bank.

A Fellow and Council Member of the Ghana Institution of Surveyors and CEO of TGTS Africa, Mr. Ntiador brings with him a wealth of technical knowledge and visionary leadership.

Beyond his professional duties, he is a respected community leader.

He serves as the Presiding Elder at the James McKeown Worship Centre in Adenta and chairs the PTA of the Pentecost Preparatory School.

He is also a certified counselor actively involved in youth mentorship.

The Lands Commission is confident that Surv. Ntiador’s extensive experience and fresh perspectives will significantly contribute to the ongoing transformation of land administration in Ghana.