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.

The rest are Evelyn Naa Checher Kwatia – Finance Markets/Treasury Specialist; Dr Stephen Senyo Sapati – Finance/ Audit Expert; Beatrice Feehi Annangnfio – Lawyer; Kizzita Mensah – Lawyer; Joseph W. Asamoah – Fintech Specialist and Isaac Adongo – Economist