Dr. Sofo Tanko Rashid Computer's Biography – CEO of GIFEC and NDC Elections Expert

Biography of Dr. Sofo Tanko Rashid Computer

Early Life and Education

Dr. Sofo Tanko Rashid, popularly known as Dr. Rashid Computer, hails from Bimbilla in the Northern Region of Ghana. A distinguished academic and public servant, he began his education at Bimbilla Secondary School and pursued higher education at the University of Education, Winneba and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Kumasi.

He holds a PhD in Public Administration, and MSc degrees in both Criminal Justice and Public Administration, as well as a Bachelor of Arts degree. He is currently studying for an LLB degree, demonstrating his continuous commitment to lifelong learning and leadership development.

Career in Public Service and Politics

Dr. Computer has a rich background in public administration, politics, education, and technology. His impressive portfolio includes serving as:

• Deputy National Elections Director & IT Director for the National Democratic Congress (NDC)

• Former Northern Regional Director of Elections and Regional Treasurer of the NDC

• Northern Regional Director of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA)

• Regional Manager of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA)

In the political sphere, Dr. Computer has played critical roles in elections coordination, IT strategy, recruitment, training, and deployment for the NDC. He has also acted as Collation Agent during various bye-elections and was instrumental in the party’s success at both the regional and national levels.

Academic and Professional Contributions

In academia, Dr. Rashid Computer has served as a lecturer at leading institutions such as:

• Tamale College of Education (TATCO)

• Tamale Technical University (TATU)

• Bimbilla Senior High School (BIMBISEC)

He has also contributed to national education by working as an Assistant Examiner at the University of Cape Coast (UCC).

Appointment as Acting CEO of GIFEC

In February 2025, President John Dramani Mahama appointed Dr. Sofo Tanko Rashid Computer as the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communication (GIFEC).

With this new role, Dr. Computer is expected to bring his vast experience in IT governance, elections technology, and public administration to help bridge Ghana’s digital divide and advance national development in the ICT sector.

His appointment has been widely praised, especially by the Northern Regional Elections and IT Directorate of the NDC, who believe he is well-positioned to elevate GIFEC’s impact across the country.

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