President John Dramani Mahama has appointed a 12-member governing board for the Bank of Ghana. The appointments, announced on February 26, 2025, follow consultations with the Council of State and are in accordance with the Constitution and the Bank of Ghana Act.
The newly appointed board members bring a wealth of expertise and experience to the table, ensuring effective governance and oversight of the country’s financial sector. The board comprises:
– Dr. Johnson Pandit Kwesi Asiama: Governor (Chairman)
– Dr. Zakari Mumuni: 1st Deputy Governor
– Thomas Nyarko Ampem: Representative from the Ministry of Finance
– Augustine Fritz Gockel: Economist
– Nana Akua Ayivora: Accountant/Audit/Risk/Compliance Expert
– Emma Akua Bulley: Lawyer
– Evelyn Naa Checher Kwatia: Finance Markets/Treasury Specialist
– Dr. Stephen Senyo Sapati: Finance/Audit Expert
– Beatrice Feehi Annangfio: Lawyer
– Kizzita Mensah: Lawyer
– Joseph W. Asamoah: Fintech Specialist
– Isaac Adongo: Economist
These appointments are expected to strengthen the Bank of Ghana’s ability to promote economic growth, maintain price stability, and ensure the soundness of the financial system.
