Monday, 10 March

I'm operating from the new BoG Headquarters - Governor Asiama

General News
Dr Johnson Asiama, Central bank governor

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, has confirmed that he is operating from the newly constructed headquarters of the central bank. He made this known while appearing before Parliament to answer questions regarding the new headquarters project.  

Dr Asiama explained that his predecessor had already moved into the new facility as the project was nearly completed. 

"Yes, my predecessor moved into the new headquarters because it was allowed as the project is about 98% complete. It is almost done, and so my predecessor moved into it," he stated.  

He further noted that upon assuming office, he had no choice but to continue using the building while the remaining aspects of the project were finalised. 

"When I took over, I had no choice but to also move into it while we continue all the other processes," he added.  

The construction of the new Bank of Ghana headquarters has been a subject of public debate, with questions raised over its cost and necessity. 

However, Dr Asiama's comments suggest that the facility is already in use, even as final works are being completed.

Source: Classfmonline.com/Cecil Mensah