The Ghana Association of Banks (GAB), alongside managing directors and senior executives from all 24 member banks, came together in a solemn ceremony to honour the memory of eight distinguished statesmen who perished in the recent helicopter crash.

The wreath-laying ceremony, held at the Flagstaff House in Accra, was attended by top representatives from major financial institutions, including ABSA Bank Ghana, Access Bank Ghana, Agricultural Development Bank, Bank of Africa, CalBank PLC, Consolidated Bank Ghana, Ecobank Ghana, First Bank Ghana, Fidelity Bank Ghana, First Atlantic Bank, First National Bank Ghana, GCB Bank PLC, Guaranty Trust Bank Ghana, National Investment Bank, OmniBSIC Bank, Prudential Bank, Republic Bank Ghana, Société Générale Ghana, Standard Chartered Bank Ghana, Stanbic Bank Ghana, United Bank for Africa Ghana, Universal Merchant Bank, and Zenith Bank Ghana.

Proceedings began with a moment of silence, followed by a prayer for the departed. In his remarks, Mr. Kwamina Asomaning, Managing Director of Stanbic Bank and President of the Ghana Association of Banks, extended heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. He commended the fallen leaders for their lifelong service to Ghana’s governance, security, and development, describing their contributions as “an enduring legacy for the nation.”

The event also provided a platform for individual bank leaders to share personal tributes, reflecting on the values of service, integrity, and patriotism that defined the lives of the deceased.

The Ghana Association of Banks announced its participation in the official state funeral scheduled for Friday, 15th August 2025, where member banks will be formally represented. This gesture underscores the banking sector’s solidarity with the nation during a period of deep mourning.

"We stand together as an industry to honour these heroes who gave their all for our country. Their memory will inspire us to serve with the same dedication and courage," said John Awuah, CEO of GAB.

Founded on 29th May 1980, the Ghana Association of Banks is the unified voice of the country’s universal banking sector, representing 23 member banks and the Development Bank of Ghana. The Association advocates for policies that balance the interests of member banks with those of the wider public, while promoting Ghana as the financial gateway to West Africa. Its work is anchored on three pillars: supporting customers, fostering economic growth, and advancing research and policy development for the industry’s long-term success.