Dr. Johnson Asiama, Governor of Bank of Ghana, inaugurated a new Board of Directors on March 13, 2025, emphasizing a commitment to financial stability and economic resilience. The Board will tackle pressing issues like inflation and currency volatility. The new members, diverse in expertise, will guide the Bank’s policy directions moving forward.
The Bank of Ghana has inaugurated a new Board of Directors, as announced by the Governor, Dr. Johnson Asiama. This event signifies a renewed commitment to enhancing financial stability, sound monetary policy, and economic resilience within the country. The inauguration took place on March 13, 2025, in Accra and saw notable attendance, including the Vice President of Ghana, indicating governmental acknowledgment of the central bank’s vital role in the economy.
During his address, Governor Asiama underscored the significant economic challenges Ghana faces today, which include macroeconomic instability, escalating inflation, currency volatility, and fiscal limitations. He emphasized the necessity for strategic policies to tackle these pressing issues and highlighted the Board’s critical role in guiding the Bank’s policy direction with integrity and accountability.
Dr. Asiama stated, “This Board, composed of esteemed professionals with vast expertise, is tasked with restoring confidence in the Bank of Ghana, upholding price stability, strengthening our financial position, and reinforcing good governance.” He reiterated that the impacts of the Board’s decisions will extend to businesses and households, reaffirming the Bank’s dedication to excellence, transparency, and independence in its operations.
The Vice President, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, also spoke briefly during the ceremony, which set a constructive tone for the Board’s upcoming endeavors. The Governor warmly welcomed the new Board members, expressing confidence that they would effectively address Ghana’s economic challenges.
The newly appointed Board is pivotal in shaping the financial future of Ghana, as the nation aspires for economic stability and sustainable growth. The members of the Board include a diverse range of specialists encompassing economics, law, finance, and compliance, reflecting both expertise and a commitment to governance.
Board of Directors:
• Dr. Johnson Pandit Kwesi Asiama – Governor (Chairman)
• Dr. Zakari Mumuni – 1st Deputy Governor
• Thomas Nyarko Ampem – Ministry of Finance Representative
• Augustine Fritz Gockel – Economist
• Nana Akua Ayivora – Compliance Expert
• Emma Akua Bulley – Lawyer
• Evelyn Naa Checher Kwatia – Treasury Specialist
• Dr. Stephen Senyo Sapati – Audit Expert
• Beatrice Feehi Annangnfio – Lawyer
• Kizzita Mensah – Lawyer
• Joseph W. Asamoah – Fintech Specialist
• Isaac Adongo – Economist
The inauguration of the new Board of Directors at the Bank of Ghana marks a significant step towards addressing the country’s economic challenges. With a commitment to restoring confidence, maintaining price stability, and enhancing governance, the newly constituted Board is poised to drive forward essential monetary policies. Their expertise will be vital as Ghana seeks economic stability and sustainable growth in the coming years.
Original Source: www.ghanaweb.com
