Ghana’s Ambassador-Designate to South Korea, Kojo Choi, has dismissed perceptions that he is politically aligned with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) following his appointment by John Dramani Mahama.

According to him, his professional engagements and relationships cut across political divides and that his appointment was based on competence.

Speaking in an interview with Umaru Sanda on Face to Face on Tuesday, August 12, Mr. Choi stated that while he knows many individuals in political circles, his work and public activities have never been politically motivated.

“I have never been political. I know a lot of people in the NPP. For example, our company PaySwitch was launched by Dr. Bawumia, who came because he is very interested in digitalisation, not for political reasons.

“The company is one I co-founded with my partner, and people assumed there was a political connection, but there wasn’t,” he explained.

He also recounted how former First Lady Rebecca Akufo-Addo attended the opening of his art gallery, noting that her presence was driven by her love for art and her interest in supporting his vision to promote emerging artists rather than established ones.

Mr. Choi emphasised that his friendships span both major political parties, including the NPP and NDC, and maintained that he has “never lobbied or sponsored” political causes. “I have always been a quiet entrepreneur,” he added.