The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Ernest Addison and his two deputies, Dr Maxwell Opoku-Afari (First Deputy Governor) and Elsie Addo Awadz (Second Deputy Governor) were among award winners at the National Honours Ceremony yesterday December 30, 2024.

Governor Ernest Addison received an Order of the Star of Ghana - Member Award for Financial and Public Service while Dr Maxwell Opoku-Afari and Elsie Awadzi received a Grand Medal each for Financial and Public Service.

The various citations read:

Dr. Ernest Addison

Your expertise and leadership have elevated Ghana’s profile in global financial circles. You have represented Ghana on numerous platforms, contributing to discussions on sustainable development, debt management, and Africa’s integration into the global economy. Your exemplary leadership at the Bank of Ghana and your enduring dedication to economic development have left an indelible legacy. Your work continues to inspire confidence in Ghana’s economic future, fostering stability, growth, and opportunity for generations to come.

In recognition of your dedicated public service, the Republic of Ghana confers on you: DR. ERNEST ADDISON, THE STATE HONOUR OF THE ORDER OF THE STAR OF GHANA (MEMBER).

Dr. Maxwell Opoku-Afari

You have been instrumental in overseeing the implementation of policies that have strengthened the Ghanaian banking sector, enhanced regulatory frameworks and fostered financial inclusion. Under your stewardship, the Bank of Ghana has made significant strides in improving the country’s inflation control measures among others. You have also represented Ghana with distinction on international stage, collaborating with global financial institutions and contributing to key discussions on monetary policy, financial stability and economic development in Africa.

In recognition of your dedicated public service, the Republic of Ghana confers on you: DR. MAXWELL OPOKU–AFARI, THE STATE HONOUR OF GRAND MEDAL.

Elsie Addo Awadzi

As a respected figure on the global stage, you have represented Ghana in high-level discussions with international financial institutions, contributing to shaping monetary policy and financial governance frameworks at the regional and global levels. Your ability to engage with global counterparts with authority and insight has further elevated Ghana’s standing in the international financial community.

In recognition of your dedicated public service, the Republic of Ghana confers on you: MRS. ELSIE ADDO AWADZI, THE STATE HONOUR OF GRAND MEDAL.