Ghanaian bank that appointed Victoria Attipoe as Greater Accra Branch Network Head and swung to profit in 2025 after losses in 2024.
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Joy Online
… The statement said Universal Merchant Bank, lead sponsor of the forum, was supporting efforts to promote entrepreneurship, economic growth and investment mobilisation for Ghana’s long-term development. …
Ghana-Canada investment forum to deepen economic cooperationDaily Guide
… Adu-Boahene relied on her “banking experience and expertise for transactions” at the Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) during her tenure with the bank. …
My Withdrawals, Deposits For Adu-Boahene Not Illegal – WitnessBusiness & Financial Times
… Universal Merchant Bank (UMB), the Lead Sponsor of the event, continues to demonstrate its commitment to driving economic growth, entrepreneurship, and facilitating investments that contribute to Ghana’s long-term development and competitiveness. …
Ghana-Canada Investment Forum 2026Joy Online
… Universal Merchant Bank (UMB), the lead sponsor of the event, says its support reflects its commitment to promoting entrepreneurship, investment and long-term economic development in Ghana. …
Toronto Investment Forum to spotlight Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy pushDaily Guide
Victoria Esinam Attipoe Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) has appointed a seasoned banking executive, Victoria Esinam Attipoe, as Branch Network Head for its Greater Accra Division, a move aimed at strengthening the bank’s retail banking operations and accelerating its ongoing transf …
UMB Appoints Victoria Attipoe As Branch Network HeadBusiness & Financial Times
Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) has appointed accomplished banking executive Victoria Esinam Attipoe as Branch Network Head for its Greater Accra Division, in a strategic move that underscores the Bank’s renewed focus on retail banking excellence, operational transformation, and cu …
UMB appoints Victoria Esinam Attipoe as Division Head to accelerate retail transformation and customer growth strategyJoy Online
Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) has appointed accomplished banking executive Victoria Esinam Attipoe as Branch Network Head for its Greater Accra Division. …
UMB appoints Victoria Esinam Attipoe as Branch Network Head for its Greater Accra DivisionBusiness & Financial Times
… Universal Merchant Bank (UMB) is one of those institutions. At the close of 2024, the Bank reported a loss of GHS 253.8 million, negative shareholders’ equity of GHS 12.3 million, and a Capital Adequacy Ratio of negative 21.19%. …
Leadership matters more than the balance sheet: The case of Universal Merchant BankThe Ghanaian Times
Three corporate organisations have signed partnerships with the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to support its brands ahead of the FIFA World Cup and contribute to the development of football in the country.The organisations include betPawa, Universal Merchant Bank (UMB), and TE …
3 institutions partner GFA to support Ghana footballJoy Online
Financial institution, Universal Merchant Bank (UMB), has signed an agreement to become the official banking partner of the Ghana Football Association (GFA). …
UMB pens three-year partnership agreement with GFA to promote Ghana footballGhana and Canada will host an investment forum in Toronto on June 15, 2026, to explore strategic opportunities, forge partnerships, and advance Ghana's economic transformation agenda, with a focus on the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and Canada will host an investment forum in Toronto on June 15, 2026, to explore strategic opportunities, forge partnerships, and advance Ghana's economic transformation agenda, with a focus on the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme.
12 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Mildred Donkor, a prosecution witness in the trial of former NSB Director-General Kwabena Adu-Boahene and his wife Angela Adjei-Boateng, testified that her provision of cash withdrawal and deposit assistance to Adu-Boahene while at Universal Merchant Bank was not irregular or illegal, describing it as normal banking service. Adu-Boahene and his wife face 11 counts including conspiracy to commit crime, stealing, money laundering, and causing financial loss to the state over alleged theft of GH$49.1 million.
11 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana and Canada will host an investment forum on June 15, 2026, in Toronto to explore strategic investment opportunities, foster partnerships, and advance Ghana's economic transformation agenda, including its 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme.
9 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Ghana and Canada will host an investment forum in Toronto on June 15, 2026, to showcase investment opportunities and promote partnerships supporting Ghana's economic transformation, with a focus on the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme aimed at driving industrialisation, expanding exports, and creating jobs.
8 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Universal Merchant Bank has appointed Victoria Esinam Attipoe, a banking executive with over 20 years of experience in retail banking and operations, as Branch Network Head for its Greater Accra Division to strengthen retail banking operations and customer experience.
8 June 2026 · Daily Guide →
Universal Merchant Bank has appointed Victoria Esinam Attipoe as Branch Network Head for its Greater Accra Division to lead strategic transformation of the bank's branch network, enhance customer experience, and drive commercial growth in retail banking.
4 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Universal Merchant Bank has appointed Victoria Esinam Attipoe as Branch Network Head for its Greater Accra Division. The bank describes the move as part of its focus on retail banking excellence, operational transformation, and customer-centric growth.
4 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Universal Merchant Bank reported a profit of GHS 267.2 million in 2025 and restored shareholders' equity to GHS 551.3 million, reversing a loss of GHS 253.8 million and negative equity of GHS 12.3 million in 2024. The turnaround is attributed to leadership changes rather than changes in financial metrics alone, according to an analysis by Dr Kofi Anokye Owusu-Darko.
3 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Betting company betPawa, Universal Merchant Bank (UMB), and TECNO Ghana have signed partnerships with the Ghana Football Association to support the Black Stars, Black Queens, and domestic football development ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and WAFCON. betPawa committed GH₵3.5 million in support, UMB became the official banking partner for three years, and TECNO Ghana also signed on to contribute to the development of Ghana football.
1 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Universal Merchant Bank has become the official banking partner of the Ghana Football Association under a three-year agreement, with the bank aiming to promote Ghana football and support the Black Stars' 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. The partnership covers all GFA activities and includes UMB assistance with training footballers, coaches, referees, and wealth management.
29 May 2026 · Joy Online →
A former Director of Advantage Solutions Limited testified in the High Court on how she managed bank accounts and executed financial transactions for accused Kwabena Adu-Boahene and his wife, Angela Adjei Boateng. She explained that funds from BNC Communications Bureau Limited were transferred to other company accounts when cheques were unavailable, and that payments were made to suppliers and third parties.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →
A former director of Advantage Solutions told an Accra High Court that Kwabena Adu-Boahene and his wife Angela Adjei Boateng signed cheque books in advance, which were later filled in and used to withdraw funds from accounts linked to the accused in the GH¢49 million National Signals Bureau case.
5 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Universal Merchant Bank has appointed Emmanuel Sackey, a treasury and financial markets expert with over two decades of experience across Ghana and Africa, as Group Head of Treasury. The appointment is part of UMB's strategic transformation and leadership evolution aimed at strengthening financial markets capabilities and positioning the bank for sustained growth.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has awarded business magnate Daniel McKorley the Otumfuo Commemorative Gold Medal in recognition of his contributions to business, job creation and community development. The honour was presented at the World-Meets-in-Ghana Executive Dinner Ball held at Manhyia Palace as part of celebrations marking the Asantehene's 27th coronation anniversary.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →