Dr. Johnson Asiama is internationally recognized as one of Ghana’s foremost economists, with a distinguished track record in monetary policy, financial regulation, and economic strategy. A PhD holder in Economics from the University of Southampton, UK, Dr. Asiama brings over two decades of high-level experience from the Bank of Ghana, where he served in critical leadership and technical roles.
Between April 2016 and January 2018, he served as Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, where he was instrumental in crafting and executing forward-looking monetary and financial sector policies aimed at macroeconomic stability. His leadership contributed to meaningful reforms in exchange rate management, liquidity optimization, and the enhancement of Ghana’s financial regulatory architecture.
Renowned for his analytical depth and policy acumen, Dr. Asiama combines technical expertise with visionary leadership. He is highly respected for his ability to integrate global best practices into the local context, particularly in areas of monetary governance, risk management, and digital financial transformation. His insights are particularly valued in shaping strategies that promote financial resilience and inclusive economic growth.
As Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Asiama is poised to usher in a new era of innovation, policy coherence, and institutional excellence—positioning Ghana as a beacon of financial leadership both within the sub-region and across emerging markets globally.
