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The Ghana International Bank (abbreviated as GHIB) is a UK-based financial institution established in 1998, following the incorporation of the Ghana Commercial Bank's London branch.[1] It was established to facilitate trade and financial transactions between Africa and Europe. The Bank is headquartered at 67 Cheapside, 1st Floor, City of London, EC2V 6AZ, United Kingdom. [2] In Ghana, GHIB's representative office is located at 17 Akosombo Street, Airport Residential Area, Accra.[3]
History
[edit]The bank traces its origins to 1959, when the Ghana Commercial Bank (GCB) opened a branch in London shortly after Ghana gained independence. This branch was set up to support Ghana's international trade activities and facilitate financial transactions between the country and global markets.[4]
In 1998, the branch was incorporated as Ghana International Bank, gaining autonomy while maintaining its Ghanaian ownership structure. This transformation allowed GHIB to broaden its service offerings to include trade finance, correspondent banking, and treasury operations.[5]
Governance and Leadership
[edit]GHIB’s governance structure adheres to UK regulatory standards..[6][7][8] Its board of directors includes representatives from shareholders and independent experts, ensuring strategic oversight and regulatory compliance.[9][10]
Below is the list of the directors of the Ghana International Bank:
- Dr. Ernest Kwamina Yedu Addison: Serving as the Chairman of the Board, Dr. Addison is also the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, bringing extensive experience in economic policy and financial governance.[11][12][13][14][15]
- Dean Adansi: Appointed as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Executive Director in 2019, Adansi is responsible for the strategic direction and executive leadership of GHIB.[16][17]
- Raymond J. Bakary Sambou: Holding the position of Deputy CEO and Chief Operating Officer, Sambou contributes over 28 years of banking experience to the bank's operations.[18]
- Sundeep Bhandari: An Independent Non-Executive Director, Bhandari chairs the Board Risk Committee, offering substantial expertise in international banking.[19]
- Dr. Maxwell Opoku-Afari: Serving as a Non-Executive Director, Dr. Opoku-Afari is the First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, with a strong background in economic policy.[20][21]
- Lord Paul Boateng: A Non-Executive Director, Lord Boateng brings legal and governmental experience, having served as a barrister and former UK Chief Secretary to the Treasury.[22][23]
- Calum Mackenzie Thomson: An Independent Non-Executive Director, Thomson offers expertise in accounting and financial oversight.[24][25]
- Alhassan Yakubu Tali: Appointed as a Non-Executive Director, Tali is the Deputy Managing Director of Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) in Ghana, with extensive experience in agricultural finance.[26][27][28][29][30][31]
The current Chief Executive Officer, Dean Adansi,[16] leads the bank with a focus on innovation, sustainable banking practices, and aligning with global financial standards.[32][33][34][35]
Recognition and Achievements
[edit]GHIB has been recognized for its contributions to trade finance and its role in supporting African economies.[36][37][38] The bank has received accolades, including the Best Africa Trade Finance Award, and is a consistent participant in the $1 billion COCOBOD syndicated loan, supporting Ghana’s cocoa exports.[39][40][41][42][43][44][45]
References
[edit]- ^ Bank of Ghana (March 2020). "List of Registered Commercial Banks in Ghana". Accra: Bank of Ghana. Retrieved 29 March 2020.
- ^ "Ghana International Bank Headquarters". Ghana International Bank.
- ^ "GHANA INTERNATIONAL BANK PUBLIC LIMITED COMPANY".
In Ghana, GHIB's representative office is located at 17 Akosombo Street, Airport Residential Area, Accra.
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- ^ "GHIB Annual Report and Financial Statements 2023" (PDF).