The President, John Dramani Mahama, in consultation with the Council of State, has appointed a 12 members board of the Bank of Ghana (BoG).
This is in accordance 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).
Their appointment reflects the government's commitment to strengthening the financial sector and ensuring sound economic management through the expertise of distinguished professionals from diverse fields.
The 12- member board, chaired by the governor of BoG, Dr Johnson Pandit Kwesi Asiama, is expected to provide strategic leadership and policy direction for the Bank of Ghana, ensuring stability in the country's financial sector and fostering economic growth The other board members include 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; and Emma Akua Bulley - a Lawyer.
