President John Dramani Mahama has appointed a 12-member governing board for the Bank of Ghana.
Their appointment follows consultations with the Council of State and in accordance with the Constitution and the Bank of Ghana Act.
The appointments were officially announced on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.
This new board is anticipated to bring a wealth of diverse expertise and experience to the Bank of Ghana, enhancing effective governance and oversight of the nation’s central banking operations.
The newly appointed board members are:
- 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
- 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
President John Dramani Mahama swore in Dr. Johnson Asiama as the Governor of the Bank of Ghana and Dr. Zakaria Mumuni as his Deputy on February 25, 2025.
President Mahama emphasised that these appointments were not merely procedural but a deliberate commitment to the Bank of Ghana’s core mandate, including regulating the financial sector, ensuring monetary stability, and promoting sustainable economic development.
Both Dr. Asiama and Dr. Mumuni bring extensive experience in banking and financial policy, having served at the Bank of Ghana for over two decades.
Dr. Asiama, with a PhD from the University of Southampton, has played a pivotal role in shaping Ghana’s monetary policy and financial stability efforts. His expertise in banking supervision and risk management positions him well to lead the bank during a challenging economic period.
Dr. Mumuni, holding a PhD from the University of Nottingham, will support the governor in implementing sound policies and reinforcing regulatory oversight.
President Mahama highlighted the importance of professionalism and integrity in these appointments, emphasizing the need for decisive leadership to rebuild trust and restore economic stability.
