Member of Parliament for Bolgatanga Central, Isaac Adongo, has been appointed as a member of the governing Board of the Bank of Ghana (BoG).
Adongo’s appointment comes in the wake of concerns from his constituents over his exclusion from the recently announced ministerial list. Some youth in the Bolgatanga Central constituency expressed disappointment at what they perceived as an undue delay in his appointment to a key government position.
But Adongo urged his supporters to remain calm and continue backing President John Dramani Mahama’s administration.
I know everyone is disappointed, but I urge you all to remain calm and trust in His Excellency’s judgment. We have a country to run for four years, and he needs our support to succeed. My only job you gave me is as an MP and not a minister, and I will do my best to give off my best. It’s well. Our time will come.”
Over the years, he has been a staunch advocate for fiscal discipline and has consistently raised concerns over the bank’s role in government financing, inflation management, and monetary policy.
Adongo has previously clashed with central bank officials over alleged mismanagement and excessive money printing, which he argues contributed to the country’s economic difficulties. With his new role, Adongo is expected to push for greater transparency and accountability within the BoG.
His appointment to the board adds a critical voice to discussions on monetary policy, financial regulation, and the overall economic trajectory of the country.
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, will chair the board, with Deputy Governor Dr. Zakari Mumuni serving as vice-chair.
The board also includes Deputy Finance Minister nominee, Thomas Nyarko Ampem.
The others are Nana Akua Ayivora, Emma Akua Bulley, Dr Stephen Senyo Sapati, and Joseph W. Asamoah.
The rest are Kizzita Mensah, Beatrice Feehi Annangfio, Evelyn Naa Checher Kwatia, and Mr Augustine Fritz Gockel.
