Vice President Opoku-Agyemang swears in the new Bank of Ghana Board, highlighting their experience and the importance of their role in economic recovery. She stresses the need for policy alignment with global standards, gender parity, and support for marginalized groups.
Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has sworn in the new Governing Board of the Bank of Ghana during a ceremony at Bank Square in Accra. She acknowledged the Board members’ diverse backgrounds and extensive experience in public and private sectors, asserting this would enhance the leadership needed to tackle the nation’s economic challenges.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang stated, “The success of this government largely depends on the performance of the Central Bank,” emphasizing the Board’s significance in restoring public trust and ensuring macroeconomic stability through effective financial governance and policies.
The Vice President urged the Board to review policies in alignment with global best practices and with the government’s social contract to the citizens. She highlighted the government’s dedication to gender equality, noting that the Board’s more than 40% female representation meets global standards for diversity.
She further encouraged the Board to prioritize policies supporting small traders, women, and youth, reinforcing that their decisions should positively influence all citizens, especially those marginalized. She expressed confidence that with a cohesive Board dynamic and government support, the group will establish the necessary governance structures to facilitate economic recovery and growth in Ghana.
The swearing-in of the new Bank of Ghana Board by Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang marks a significant step towards addressing economic challenges. With their diverse expertise and focus on policies that benefit marginalized groups, the Board is expected to play a critical role in restoring public trust and driving Ghana’s economic recovery.
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