The national coordinator of the Ghana School Feeding Programme (GSFP), Gertrude Quashigah has died at age 63.
She was the wife of former Minister of Health and Agriculture in the Kufuor administration, Major Courage E.K. Quashigah of blessed memory.
Mrs Quashigah , who also held the position of chief executive officer (CEO) at Ambar Quality Foods Limited, was not only a prominent figure in the field of hospitality but also made significant contributions to the Ghanaian food industry.
Her expertise and dedication were widely recognized, as she appeared on various media platforms to articulate her views.
Born on the 1 February 1960 in Dzelukope, Keta, in the Volta Region, Gertrude Quashigah had a strong educational background.
She graduated from Keta Secondary Senior High School and went on to pursue further studies in her chosen field.
Under Mrs. Quashigah’s leadership, the Ghana School Feeding Programme made tremendous strides in ensuring that children across the nation had access to nutritious meals.
The program aimed to enhance school enrollment, attendance, and retention while also improving the overall health and well-being of the students.
Her commitment to this cause earned her widespread admiration and respect.
Credit: Asaaseradio
