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Edward Ato Sarpong

Also known as: Mr. Ato Sarpong

Edward Ato Sarpong — Managing Director of Agricultural Development Bank, focused on profitability targets and sector expansion.

2026-04-272026-10-28

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  1. October 2026
  2. Daily Guide

    Edward Ato Sarpong The Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) is targeting an annual profit of GH¢1 billion as it begins the next phase of its growth strategy, focusing on improving staff productivity, strengthening operational structures and reducing its non-performing loans (NPL) …

    ADB Targets GH¢1bn Annual Profit
  3. Joy Online

    The Managing Director of Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) PLC, Edward Ato Sarpong, says stronger capital positions across Ghana’s banking sector will help expand access to credit, support businesses and create sustainable jobs. …

    Stronger banks will fuel business growth and jobs – ADB MD
  4. August 2026
  5. Joy Online

    … Commenting on the campaign, the Managing Director of ADB PLC, Edward Ato Sarpong, underscored the critical role customers can play in protecting their personal and banking information as a first line of defence against fraud. …

    ADB champions safer banking as GAB fraud awareness campaign climaxed
  6. Joy Online

    … Dennis Worlanyo Aheto, led a delegation from the University to pay a courtesy call on the Managing Director of ADB PLC, Edward Ato Sarpong, and the Bank’s Deputy Managing Director in charge of Services, Prof. …

    ADB-UCC open new chapter of institutional collaboration
  7. Joy Online

    … Her message is anchored in the biblical exhortation in Acts 20:35: “It is more blessed to give than to receive.” Edward Ato Sarpong: “Your Achievement Makes the Entire ADB Family Proud” Celebrating Mrs. …

    ADB celebrates its Patience Abbah for Historic Triumph as Geisha Ghana Mama G 2026
  8. Joy Online

    … Participants were honoured to have the Managing Director of ADB, Edward Ato Sarpong, attending as a Special Guest and the Chief Executive Officer of the Chartered Institute of Bankers, Ghana, Robert Dzato, also attending as a Speaker. …

    ADB makes history with maiden CIB Chapter retreat to shape banking future
  9. July 2026
  10. Joy Online

    … Speaking at the event, Managing Director of ADB PLC, Edward Ato Sarpong, said the bank is positioning itself as the preferred financial partner for businesses looking to grow beyond Ghana’s borders. …

    ADB deepens Ghana’s trade ambitions with business seminar in Kumasi
  11. May 2026
  12. Business & Financial Times

    The Managing Director of the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB PLC), Edward Ato Sarpong has described Ghana’s successful exit from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) financial support programme as a defining moment for the country’s economic recovery journey, signaling renewe …

    IMF exit signals a new era of financial confidence-ADB MD
  13. Business & Financial Times

    The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has paid a courtesy call on the Managing Director of Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) PLC, Edward Ato Sarpong and the Bank’s Management Team aimed at supporting and strengthening institutions for national development. …

    Haruna Iddrisu pays courtesy call on Managing Director of ADB
  14. April 2026
  15. Business & Financial Times

    The Managing Director of the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB PLC), Edward Ato Sarpong has observed that Ghana’s renewed commitment to fiscal discipline is yielding tangible dividends, strengthening both the banking sector and the broader economy. …

    Fiscal discipline has made banking sector and  economy stronger- ADB MD
Business

Agricultural Development Bank targets GH¢1 billion annual profit

The News

The Agricultural Development Bank is targeting annual profit of GH¢1 billion as it focuses on improving staff productivity, strengthening operational structures, and reducing its non-performing loans ratio to 45 percent by year-end. The Managing Director said the bank currently generates about GH¢400 million in profit and aims to resolve structural problems to reach its profit target.

22 hours ago · Daily Guide →

Yesterday

  1. Agricultural Development Bank targets GH¢1 billion annual profit

    The Agricultural Development Bank is targeting annual profit of GH¢1 billion as it focuses on improving staff productivity, strengthening operational structures, and reducing its non-performing loans ratio to 45 percent by year-end. The Managing Director said the bank currently generates about GH¢400 million in profit and aims to resolve structural problems to reach its profit target.

    22 hours ago · Daily Guide →

Friday 16 October

  1. Stronger bank capital positions support credit access and jobs

    The Managing Director of Agricultural Development Bank says stronger capital positions across Ghana's banking sector will help expand access to credit, support businesses and create sustainable jobs. He commended the Bank of Ghana and government after all 23 banks met their regulatory capital requirements.

    16 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 31 August

  1. ADB joins GAB fraud awareness campaign in Accra

    The Agricultural Development Bank participated in the final leg of the Ghana Association of Banks' Fraud Roadshow and Market Storm in Accra on August 29, 2026, under the theme "Spot The Fraud, Stop The Fraud." The campaign aims to educate customers on fraud prevention and safer banking practices, with ADB's managing director emphasizing the importance of customer vigilance in protecting personal and banking information.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 27 August

  1. ADB and University of Cape Coast deepen institutional collaboration

    The Agricultural Development Bank and the University of Cape Coast have signalled their commitment to deepening institutional cooperation following a high-level engagement between the leadership of both institutions. The two organisations aim to explore opportunities for mutually beneficial cooperation in areas that leverage the respective strengths of academia and the financial services sector.

    27 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 13 August

  1. ADB staff member Patience Abbah wins inaugural Geisha Ghana Mama G Award

    Patience Abbah, an Agricultural Development Bank employee, has been named the first-ever winner of Geisha Ghana's Mama G Award 2026, a national recognition of women whose care, sacrifice, resilience and positive influence shape families and communities. She was selected from 147 nominees across Ghana after a seven-week nationwide campaign.

    13 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 10 August

  1. ADB holds first CIB Chapter retreat to develop banking professionals

    The Agricultural Development Bank (ADB PLC) held its inaugural Chartered Institute of Bankers (CIB) Chapter retreat on 7th and 8th August 2026 at Akosombo, bringing together members, executives, and industry experts under the theme "Recharge, Reconnect and Reinvent" to strengthen professionalism and prepare bankers for the evolving financial services landscape.

    10 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 13 July

  1. ADB hosts trade seminar in Kumasi for export financing

    The Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) PLC held a trade seminar in Kumasi to help Ghanaian businesses compete internationally, bringing together importers, exporters, manufacturers, and SMEs to discuss financing, risk management, and cross-border trade opportunities. The bank's Managing Director said ADB aims to be the preferred financial partner for businesses seeking to expand beyond Ghana's borders.

    13 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 21 May

  1. Ghana's IMF exit signals renewed investor confidence, ADB MD says

    The Managing Director of the Agricultural Development Bank has described Ghana's successful exit from the IMF financial support programme as a defining moment for economic recovery, demonstrating the country's commitment to macroeconomic stability and stronger financial discipline. He noted that banks now have a critical responsibility to deepen support for businesses, agriculture, SMEs, and productive sectors.

    21 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Monday 4 May

  1. Education Minister meets ADB Managing Director on partnerships

    Haruna Iddrisu, Minister for Education, visited the Agricultural Development Bank PLC on April 28, 2026, to discuss strategic partnerships between the education sector and financial institutions in advancing education, financial inclusion, youth empowerment, and sustainable economic growth.

    4 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Monday 27 April

  1. ADB MD credits fiscal discipline for stronger banking sector

    The Managing Director of the Agricultural Development Bank says Ghana's fiscal consolidation efforts—including expenditure rationalisation, improved revenue mobilisation, and strengthened public financial management—have stabilised the financial system, restored banking sector confidence, and created a predictable business environment supporting private sector growth.

    27 April 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

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