Ghana: Absa Bank appoints Adolph Kpegah as Interim Managing Director

Absa Bank Ghana LTD has appointed Adolph Kpegah as its Interim Managing Director. Adolph Kpegah is set to fulfill this interim position until the comprehensive process and approval for a permanent Managing Director are finalized.

On the 20th of September 2023, the bank made public the departure of its Managing Director, Abena Osei-Poku. She tendered her resignation to explore a career opportunity beyond the Absa Group.

Mr. Kpegah has served as the Chief Risk Officer of the bank since November 2018, bringing with him a wealth of experience. He originally joined the bank in 2008, and over the years, he has demonstrated his expertise in business development, relationship management, and credit risk management across various segments, including Consumer Banking, Business Banking, Treasury, and Corporate & Investment Banking.

Mr. Kpegah holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics with Statistics, from the University of Ghana. Additionally, he obtained an MSc. in Business Administration with a specialization in Finance from the Ghana Institute of Public Administration (GIMPA). Furthermore, he possesses a certificate in Advanced Commercial Lending from the IFS School of Finance in London.

The board is wholeheartedly dedicated to facilitating a smooth transition to guide Absa Bank Ghana through the upcoming strategic phase.