The Bank of Ghana has approved the appointment of Mr. Jonathan Prince Cann as the new Board Chairman of Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC, which will take effect on February 20, 2025.
In a statement that was copied to the Ghana News Agency, the bank said that Mr. Cann takes over for Mr. David Addo Ashong, who has been acting since August 2023.
The areas of expertise for Mr. Jonathan Cann, a management consultant, include governance, risk management, and compliance (GRC).
Additionally, he specializes in Organizational & Business Development, which includes helping SMEs and other corporate endeavors build their management systems and capabilities across many industries.
In addition to being a chartered accountant, he has a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) from the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Ghana, and an MBA in Financial Services from the University of East London (UEL). He holds various professional qualifications in ISO Standards and Risk Management.
JPCann Associates Limited and its subsidiaries were founded by Jonathan, who also serves as their managing director.
Mr. Cann joined the board in June 2024 and served as Chairman of the Audit Committee. According to the announcement, he adds a wealth of experience and strategic leadership to the board.
The bank’s dedication to enhancing corporate governance and promoting long-term growth in the financial industry is reaffirmed by his appointment.
According to the announcement, his experience will be crucial in directing the bank’s strategic course, bolstering its leadership position in the market, and advancing its long-term goals of financial inclusion and national economic growth.
“We are delighted to welcome Mr. Jonathan Prince Cann as our new Board Chairman,” said Mr. Benjamin Dzoboku, Managing Director of Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC.
“His leadership and industry experience will be invaluable in driving the bank’s growth and enhancing our value proposition to customers, shareholders, and stakeholders.”
According to the statement, the bank sincerely thanks Mr. David Addo Ashong for his outstanding leadership and commitment while serving as Acting Chairman.
His efforts have been essential to the bank’s ongoing prosperity.
Source: newsthemegh.com