The Paramount Chief of Gbi Traditional Area, Togbega Gabusu VII, has commended President John Dramani Mahama for the appoint­ment of Dr Johnson Pandid Kwesi Asiamah as the new Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG).

Togbega Gabusu noted that Dr Asiamah, an astute and accom­plished economist's appointment as the Governor of the BoG, was timely and strategic in view of the economic challenges facing the country.

Togbega Gabusu in a statement signed on behalf of the Gbi Tradi­tional Council, said Dr Asiamah is a capable, knowledgeable, affable and ethical leader who would help bring stability and promote the growth of the economy.

According to the statement, the Gbi Traditional Council recognised the President's commitment to fostering economic resilience and innovation that would bring pros­perity to the people.