Frema Opare


Frema Opare, Akosua Frema Osei Opare is an economist, banker, and a female Ghanaian politician. She represented Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency in the Parliament of Ghana. She is the current and First female Chief of Staff of Ghana.

Early life and education

Frema was born on 5 June 1947 in her hometown Wiamoase, Ashanti Region of Ghana. She had her bachelor's degree in Home Science from the University of Ghana. She proceeded to University of Guelph for a Masters in Food Science.

Career

Frema lectured at the University of Ghana as a lecturer at the Department of Home Science from 1976-1982. She eventually became the Head of Department. She has also worked with the United Nations in the Women In Fisheries project in various capacities in Uganda, Ethiopia, Congo and Namibia. Frema in 2005 - 2008 worked under the government of President John Agyekum Kufuor as the Deputy Minister for Manpower, Youth and Employment. She also once served a two term office as the Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon.

Political career

Frema is a member of the New Patriotic Party. She served a two term office as the member of parliament representing Ayawaso West Wuogon Constituency between 2005-2013 under the ticket of the NPP.

Personal life

Frema is married with four children. She is a Christian.