Dr. Johnson Asiama, Bank of Ghana Governor (Right) & First Deputy Governor, Dr. Zakari Mumuni (Left)
President John Dramani Mahama is swearing in his appointed Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiama, and the first deputy, Dr. Zakari Mumuni.
The event is taking place at the Office of the President, the Jubilee House, on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.
Dr. Asiama’s appointment comes at a critical time for Ghana’s economy, with ongoing efforts to stabilize inflation, manage foreign exchange volatility, and implement monetary policies aimed at ensuring sustainable economic growth.
As Governor, Dr. Asiama will be responsible for steering Ghana’s central bank towards achieving price stability, strengthening financial sector resilience, and fostering economic development in line with the government’s broader fiscal policies.
In addition, Dr. Zakari Mumuni has been sworn in as the First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana. He will support Dr. Asiama in formulating and executing monetary policies, overseeing financial regulations, and ensuring the soundness of the banking sector.
With extensive backgrounds in macroeconomics, banking regulation, and financial management, both Dr. Asiama and Dr. Mumuni are expected to play pivotal roles in enhancing investor confidence, stabilizing the local currency, and promoting a robust banking environment.
Watch the livestreaming below:
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