Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has officially sworn in the newly appointed 12-member governing board of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), urging them to deliver the dynamic and visionary leadership the institution requires.
The ceremony took place on Thursday, March 13, at the Central Bank’s headquarters in Accra.
She acknowledged the diverse backgrounds of the members, who come from both the public and private sectors, noting that these experiences have equipped them with the right skills and perspectives to lead the Bank of Ghana effectively during this crucial period of significant economic challenges.
The Vice President emphasized the need for innovative and proactive leadership at the Bank to ensure the continuation of its public services and the restoration of stakeholder confidence in the institution.
“I am confident that you will bring your collective and individual expertise to the governance of the Bank, helping to achieve the President’s economic agenda of resetting the country,” she said.
She also encouraged the board to review the current policies of the Bank to ensure they align with contemporary best practices and, more importantly, with the Government’s social contract with the people of Ghana.
The Vice President also pointed out the Government’s commitment to gender parity on the Board, highlighting the appointment of five women. This makes the board over 40% female, ensuring it is diverse, inclusive, and in line with global standards on board diversity.
“Once again, I congratulate you and wish you the best of luck in your new roles. May your tenure be impactful and successful as you steer the institution toward fulfilling its mandate and contributing to the Government’s macroeconomic agenda,” she concluded.
President John Dramani Mahama, in consultation with the Council of State, appointed the 12 individuals to the Bank of Ghana’s governing board on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.
Their appointments comply with Article 70(1)(d)(iii) of the Constitution and Section 8 of the Bank of Ghana Act, 2002 (Act 612), as amended by the Bank of Ghana (Amendment) Act, 2016 (Act 918).
The newly formed board will provide strategic direction and policy oversight to ensure sound monetary management and financial stability in the country.
List of the 12-Members Bank of Ghana Governing Board
- Dr. Johnson Pandit Kwesi Asiama – Governor (Chairman)
- Dr. Zakari Mumuni – 1st Deputy Governor
- Thomas Nyarko Ampem – Representative from the Ministry of Finance
- Mr. Augustine Fritz Gockel – Economist
- Nana Akua Ayivora – Accountant/Audit/Risk/Compliance
- Emma Akua Bulley – Lawyer
- Evelyn Naa Checher Kwatia – Finance Markets/Treasury
- Dr. Stephen Senyo Sapati – Finance/Audit
- Beatrice Feehi Annangfio – Lawyer
- Kizzita Mensah – Lawyer
- Joseph W. Asamoah – FinTech
- Isaac Adongo – Economist
