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Johnson Asiama

Also known as: Dr. Johnson Asiama · Governor Asiama · Dr. John Asiamah · Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama · Dr Johnson Asiamah · Dr Johnson Asiama · Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama · Governor Dr Johnson Asiama

Governor of the Bank of Ghana overseeing monetary policy, banking sector regulation, and foreign exchange management amid economic reforms.

2026-04-262026-06-21
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  1. April 2026

  2. Joy Online

    … Johnson Asiama has already indicated in previous engagements, including Monetary Policy Committee briefings, that the Bank would remain in a loss position for 2025. …

    BoG set to release 2025 financials on April 30 after clearing regulatory requirements

  3. Business & Financial Times

    … Johnson Asiama, and has urged the central bank to mount a sustained public education campaign to bring the story of Ghana’s economic recovery to a broader national audience. …

    Council of State commends BoG on economic turnaround

  4. Joy Online

    … Johnson Asiama, Alan Kyerematen, Betty Mould-Iddrisu, Mahama Ayariga and Dr. Frank Amoakohene.

    Otumfuo praises KGL Group, Alex Daddey for driving Ghana’s development
Business

Bank of Ghana urges banks to tighten collateral policies

The News

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana has urged banks to formalise robust policies on third-party collateral and strengthen due diligence procedures, citing instances of fraudulent land titles, forged ownership documents, and falsified consent letters used in credit applications.

Why it matters

Bank of Ghana urges banks to strengthen collateral policies following fraudulent land titles and forged documents, signalling systemic credit risk in the financial system.

19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 19 June

  1. Bank of Ghana urges banks to tighten collateral policies

    The Governor of the Bank of Ghana has urged banks to formalise robust policies on third-party collateral and strengthen due diligence procedures, citing instances of fraudulent land titles, forged ownership documents, and falsified consent letters used in credit applications.

    19 June 2026 · Daily Guide →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Middle East developments will influence Ghana inflation outlook

    Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama said that developments in the Middle East and a peace deal will influence Ghana's inflation outlook, and the central bank is monitoring events ahead of the next Monetary Policy Committee meeting. The Governor noted that the last MPC decision to maintain the policy rate at 14 percent reflected balanced risks to inflation and growth at that time, with expectations that things might change.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Bank of Ghana Governor urges banks to support productive sectors

    The Governor of the Bank of Ghana has called on commercial banks to increase support for agriculture, manufacturing, and export-oriented businesses, saying the long-term sustainability of Ghana's financial system depends on the strength of the real sector.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Ghana banking sector shows resilience but faces credit risks

    Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama reported that the banking sector has demonstrated strong improvements, with total assets expanding by 26.6 percent to GH¢493.9 billion, capital adequacy ratio rising to 22.3 percent from 17.5 percent, and non-performing loans declining from 23.6 percent to 18 percent. However, the Governor cautioned against complacency, warning that elevated credit risks continue to pose challenges.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. BoG warns bank staff of severe action on collateral fraud

    The Bank of Ghana Governor has warned bank staff involved in fraudulent collateral arrangements that they will face severe disciplinary action, citing increasing cases of forged land titles and ownership documents used to secure credit facilities, including properties pledged without legitimate owners' knowledge.

    16 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 12 June

  1. Ghana's non-traditional exports hit record US$5 billion in 2025

    Ghana's non-traditional export sector produced record earnings of US$5.006 billion in 2025, a 30.7 percent increase from US$3.83 billion in 2024, with processed and semi-processed products accounting for more than 83 percent of total export earnings.

    12 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Thursday 11 June

  1. Bank of Ghana Governor announces new GHIB CEO, growth plans

    The Bank of Ghana Governor, Dr. Johnson Asiama, stated that the Ghana International Bank will become a leading financial bridge between Africa and international capital markets. The GHIB Board announced Chartered Accountant and Banker Ian Greenstreet as the new CEO, subject to regulatory approval, succeeding Dean Adansi who led the bank for eight years.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana International Bank CEO Dean Adansi relieved, Ian Greenstreet named

    UK-based Ghana International Bank's Chief Executive Officer Dean Adansi has been relieved of his duties by the Board, which is controlled by the Government of Ghana through the Bank of Ghana. Ian Owulakwao Greenstreet, an investment banker and financial risk management expert, has been named as his replacement, subject to regulatory approval.

    11 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 8 June

  1. Ghana pitches economic recovery to London investors

    Ghana's Finance Minister and Bank of Ghana Governor presented the government's economic reform programme—including debt restructuring, fiscal discipline, and financial sector strengthening—to international investors and financiers at a breakfast meeting in London.

    8 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 5 June

  1. BoG Governor says reserves sufficient to weather oil shocks

    Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama told Bloomberg the country has built the necessary reserves to withstand oil price shocks, expressing confidence that current crises will be short-term and that resilience has improved over the past year.

    5 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana's diaspora remittances surge to $7.8 billion in 2025

    Ghana received a record $7.8 billion in diaspora remittances in 2025, up from $4.8 billion in 2024, driven by digital financial innovation and regulatory improvements including the Bank of Ghana's Payment Systems and Services Act and updated Guidelines for Inward Remittance Services. Remittances now account for roughly 6% of Ghana's GDP and serve as a stable source of foreign exchange, though most inflows continue to finance household consumption.

    5 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →

Wednesday 3 June

  1. Bank of Ghana increases June forex auction to $1.2 billion

    The Bank of Ghana is raising the amount of foreign exchange available to the market under its Forex Intermediation Programme to $1.2 billion for June 2026, up from $1 billion in May, as the cedi faces renewed pressure. The central bank will guide its actions by a newly approved foreign exchange operations framework, with future monthly volumes to be determined by prevailing market conditions.

    3 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Bank of Ghana warns inflation may exceed 10% if oil prices stay high

    The Bank of Ghana projects inflation could rise above 10 percent by year-end if crude oil prices remain above 100 dollars, potentially breaching its upper target band. Rising fuel costs could drive transport fares and utility tariffs higher, pressuring inflation in coming months.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. COCOBOD launches locally financed commercial paper programme

    The Ghana Cocoa Board is at an advanced stage of implementing a new domestic financing regime through a commercial paper programme, with pension funds, commercial banks, and industry stakeholders identified as primary sources. The Deputy CEO says the institution has hired transaction advisors and is close to finalising the programme's structure ahead of launch.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. BoG Governor commits to protecting monetary gains and banking sector

    The Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama said the central bank is committed to sustaining monetary gains and safeguarding banking sector resilience to reinforce trust in the financial system. He also stated that institutions like Ghana International Bank are positioned to address Africa's estimated US$80 billion annual trade finance gap.

    2 June 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 29 May

  1. Bank of Ghana MPC holds policy rate at 14% amid inflation concerns

    All six members of the Bank of Ghana's Monetary Policy Committee voted to keep the policy rate unchanged at 14% in May, citing concerns about Middle Eastern developments and their potential impact on Ghana's inflation outlook. Some members worried inflation could rise above 10% by year-end if current developments persist.

    29 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Bank of Ghana to raise $1bn bond for 2026/27 cocoa purchases

    The Governor of the Bank of Ghana has announced that cocoa purchases for the 2026/27 crop season will be financed through $1 billion to be raised from the domestic bond market, part of efforts to strengthen Ghana's cocoa financing system and reduce dependence on foreign borrowing.

    29 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 25 May

  1. Bank of Ghana says adequate reserves meet forex demand

    The Bank of Ghana assures it has international reserves of about US$14.42 billion as of May 2026 to meet seasonal forex demand, describing the cedi's depreciation of more than 8% against the US dollar as temporary and driven by demand pressures from rising oil import costs due to Middle East conflict.

    25 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 22 May

  1. Bank of Ghana Governor reframes emerging markets' role in finance

    At the ACI Financial Markets Association World Congress in Accra, Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama argued that financial markets are being redesigned in real time by emerging economies rather than imposed upon them, marking a shift from the traditional tone of reassurance adopted by central bank governors from emerging economies at international forums.

    22 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 21 May

  1. Bank of Ghana sees cedi stability sustained through economic reforms

    The Bank of Ghana's Governor said the country is unlikely to return to persistent cedi depreciation as ongoing economic reforms strengthen confidence in the economy. He attributed recent foreign exchange gains to stronger macroeconomic fundamentals, improved inflows including gold exports and remittances, and continued central bank monitoring.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Court overturns Bank of Ghana's seven-year revocation of GN Savings and Loans

    A three-member Court of Appeal panel has unanimously overturned the Bank of Ghana's 2019 revocation of GN Savings and Loans Company Limited's operating licence, ruling the central bank's decision was unfair and unreasonable. The court ordered the Receiver to return possession, management and control of the company to its shareholders, though restoring the licence and resuming regulated banking activity remain separate processes.

    21 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Bank of Ghana commits to eCedi digital currency project

    Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama says the central bank has not abandoned the eCedi project and remains committed to the digital currency initiative, though authorities want to undertake more pilot programmes before full-scale rollout and are exploring how to deploy it for cross-border payments and trade improvements in the region.

    20 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. BoG building reserves, not intervening in forex market—Governor

    Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama says the central bank is not artificially intervening in the foreign exchange market, but rather building reserves and strengthening buffers to support long-term economic stability and cedi stability.

    20 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. BoG warns Middle East crisis poses economic risk amid domestic recovery

    Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama says ongoing Middle East tensions could affect global commodity prices and inflation, though Ghana's domestic economy shows strong signs of recovery with improving macroeconomic conditions and easing inflationary pressures. The BoG maintained its policy rate at 14 percent.

    20 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Bank of Ghana expects non-performing loans to decline further

    Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama said the non-performing loans ratio within Ghana's banking sector is expected to decline further as new regulatory guidelines take effect, citing recent policy interventions and stricter supervisory measures to strengthen asset quality across commercial banks.

    20 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Bank of Ghana holds policy rate at 14.0 percent

    The Monetary Policy Committee kept the policy rate unchanged at 14.0 percent after its 130th meeting, citing balanced domestic and external inflation risks, with headline inflation at 3.4 percent. The committee said relative exchange rate stability, increasing reserve buffers, and continued fiscal discipline are expected to help moderate upside risks.

    20 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 19 May

  1. BoG Governor warns of inflation and reserve risks amid Middle East conflict

    Ghana's Bank of Ghana Governor Dr Johnson Asiama has flagged renewed pressure on the country's foreign exchange reserves and inflation outlook due to rising global energy prices from the Middle East conflict. He attributed inflation's first increase since December 2025 to domestic energy supply disruptions and external commodity price pressures, warning that these risks could undermine inflation expectations if not addressed.

    19 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 18 May

  1. Ghana's Q1 current account surplus rises by US$652 million year-on-year

    The Bank of Ghana Governor disclosed that Ghana's current account surplus for the first quarter of 2026 exceeded the same period in 2025 by US$652 million, signalling economic evolution and structural changes. He attributed part of this to successful resumption of domestic treasury bond issuance and government bond instruments, which indicate returning investor confidence.

    18 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Bank of Ghana MPC begins 130th meeting on policy rate

    The Monetary Policy Committee of the Bank of Ghana has opened its 130th meeting to review the economy and decide on the policy rate, which is currently 14.0 percent. Governor Dr. Johnson Asiama has urged the committee to address credit expansion to businesses and warned of Middle East risks and vulnerabilities that could affect economic growth, particularly amid low inflation at 3.4 percent.

    18 May 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. BoG Governor says Ghana's economy remains resilient amid external shocks

    The Bank of Ghana Governor states that Ghana's economy shows domestic resilience despite a difficult external environment, with an energy price shock from the Middle East conflict now the central risk to the near-term outlook. He noted that re-accelerating headline inflation in advanced and emerging market economies poses transmission risks to Ghana through fuel prices, transportation costs, and import bills.

    18 May 2026 · Joy Online →

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