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FirstBank Ghana appoints Osahon Ogieva as MD/CEO; Victor Asante moves to international role
April 28, 2026
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FirstBank Ghana appoints Osahon Ogieva as MD/CEO; Victor Asante moves to international role

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Key Points

  • FirstBank Ghana Limited has appointed Osahon Ogieva as its new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Ogieva takes over from Victor Yaw Asante, who served two terms and will now head International Banking at the FirstBank Group.
  • Ogieva brings over 25 years of experience in various sectors, including banking, and has a strong background in corporate banking and deal-making.
  • Under Asante's leadership, FirstBank Ghana expanded its branch network from 20 to 33, introduced several digital and financial tools, and launched new services like Private Banking and FirstMonie.
  • The leadership change aims to build on past successes and drive further growth and market penetration for FirstBank Ghana, leveraging closer ties with the wider FirstBank Group.

Why This Matters

This leadership change at FirstBank Ghana is significant as it signals continued strategic focus and investment in Ghana's competitive banking sector. The new CEO's experience and the bank's commitment to growth, including digital and financial inclusion initiatives like FirstMonie, could lead to advancements benefiting Ghanaian consumers and businesses. It also reinforces the presence and strategic direction of a major regional financial player in the country.

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