In its quest to enhance financial inclusion and deliver improved banking services, Anum Rural Bank Plc has commissioned a new branch in Dodowa.
This brings the total number of branches to nine, located in Afienya, Asutsuare, Atimpoku, Akosombo, Anum, Dzemeni, Peki-Avetile, Juapong and Dodowa.
The move, forms part of the bank's key expansion projects aimed at enhancing customer service and increasing its footprint in the financial sector.
Speaking at the opening of the new branch in Dodowa on Tuesday, the Board Chairman of the bank, Richard Eshun Sarbah, said the commissioning of the Dodowa branch reaffirms the bank's long commitment and promise to deliver innovative banking, powered by superior customer experience, first to its customers and the banking industry as a whole.
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"Our strengths as a bank are our reputation, good corporate governance and conservative approach to risk management," he added.
Assurance
Mr Sarbah assured customers of the bank's solid financial standing, highlighting that it meets the Bank of Ghana's (BoG) minimum capital requirement.
He stressed the safety of customers' funds and urged them to continue trusting the bank with their deposits and investments.
"The bank is in good standing with the minimum capital requirement set by the BoG and wants all our customers to know that their monies, in terms of deposits and investments with the bank, are safe," he stated.
Looking ahead, the Board Chairman explained that the bank has positioned itself with the right strategies to grow and thrive into the future.
Mr Sarbah said the bank intends to target strong customer growth in the year 2025 and beyond.
"The bank is a proud member of the Ghana Club 100 and was ranked 89th in the 2024 ranking. To the board, management and staff, we are so proud of your commitment, efforts and support for how far we have come as a bank. Together, we shall continue to work hard to deliver excellent service to our esteemed customers and other stakeholders," he added.
Innovation
The Managing Director of ARB Apex Bank Plc, Alex Kwasi Awuah, emphasised the bank's commitment to expanding access to financial services in their communities.
He explained that the banking landscape was evolving rapidly; however, to remain relevant, it is necessary for financial institutions to adapt to the changing needs of customers and the challenges posed by the environment.
"At ARB Apex Bank, we are committed to innovation in our service offerings, digital banking solutions and community development," he said.
For his part, the chief of Dodowa, Nene Okukrubo Teye Kwasi Agyeman V, applauded the bank's efforts to extend its services to more regions to create opportunities for economic growth and financial empowerment, especially for women.
He advised the traders present to take advantage of the bank's presence to boost their businesses and contribute to the country's economic growth.