Ecobank Ghana appoints Alhassan Andani as Board Chairman
Ecobank Ghana has appointed Naa Alhassan Andani as Chairman of its Board of Directors, effective Thursday, March 26, 2026.
The appointment, announced in a statement on Monday, is seen as a strategic move to reinforce the bank’s governance structures and sustain its leadership position within Ghana’s financial sector.
Seasoned banking professional
Naa Andani is widely regarded as one of Ghana’s most accomplished banking professionals, bringing more than 36 years of experience to the role.
His expertise spans corporate and investment banking, financial management, strategic leadership and governance, underpinned by a career that has seen him occupy several high-level executive and board positions.
The bank noted that his extensive experience in both corporate leadership and national governance frameworks positions him well to provide strong oversight and strategic direction.
Confidence in leadership
Welcoming the appointment, the Managing Director of Ecobank Ghana PLC, Abena Osei-Poku, expressed confidence in his ability to guide the board at a critical time for the institution.
“We are honoured to welcome Chief Alhassan Andani to the Ecobank family. His wealth of experience, visionary leadership and strong industry credibility make him the ideal person to guide our board at this pivotal time,” she said. “We look forward to working with him to further strengthen our achievements, deepen innovation and deliver long-term value to our customers, shareholders and the communities we serve.”
Strengthening governance and growth
The bank said the appointment underscores its commitment to strong corporate governance, strategic leadership and sustainable growth.
It added that Mr Andani’s deep understanding of Ghana’s financial landscape is expected to support the bank’s next phase of innovation and expansion.
Ecobank Ghana also expressed confidence that his leadership would enhance stakeholder value and strengthen the institution’s long-term resilience.