President John Dramani Mahama has nominated Dr. Johnson Asiamah to serve as the next Governor of the Bank of Ghana, pending approval by the Council of State. Apexnewsgh reports
This development comes after current Governor, Dr. Ernest Addison, requested to proceed on leave, leading to his retirement on March 31, 2025.
Dr. Asiamah is no stranger to the Bank of Ghana, having previously served as Second Deputy Governor from 2016 to 2017.¹ With a PhD in Economics from the University of Southampton, UK, he brings extensive experience in monetary policy formulation, financial stability regulation, and economic research to the table.
Throughout his 23-year tenure at the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Asiamah has demonstrated a strong commitment to implementing sound monetary and exchange rate policies, fostering a stable financial system, and promoting accelerated economic growth in Ghana. His expertise and experience make him an ideal candidate to lead the Bank of Ghana forward.
As Dr. Asiamah awaits approval, he is poised to take the reins from Dr. Addison, who has led the Bank of Ghana since 2017. The Council of State’s approval will pave the way for Dr. Asiamah to begin his tenure as Governor, bringing his wealth of experience and expertise to the role.
Source: Apexnewsgh.com
