The Bank of Ghana has nominated Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiamah as the next governor, pending approval by the Council of State.
This development comes after current Governor Dr. Ernest Addison's request to proceed on leave ahead of his retirement on March 31, 2025, was accepted.
Dr. Asiamah boasts an impressive resume, having served as Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana from 2016 to 2017.
He holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Southampton, UK, and has extensive experience in monetary policy formulation, financial stability regulation, and economic research.
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With over 23 years of experience working at the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Asiamah is well-equipped to take on the role of governor.
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed his approval of Dr. Addison's leave, which will begin on February 3, 2025. Dr. Addison has served as governor since April 2017 and will officially exit on March 28, 2025, after completing two full terms.
Michelle Addiah-Hamilton