The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Asiama, has announced plans to strengthen collaboration with the media and promote accurate reporting on economic issues.
Speaking at a New Year media briefing on Friday, January 16, Dr. Asiama underscored the Bank’s commitment to deepening partnerships with journalists, stressing that effective media engagement is critical to enhancing public understanding of economic policy.
“As we look into 2026 and beyond, we are committed to deepening our collaboration with you, the media,” he said, adding that the Bank will expand its training programmes and introduce a dedicated forum for editors, producers, presenters, and behind-the-scenes media professionals.
Dr. Asiama also unveiled a new recognition initiative dubbed the Governor’s Economic and Financial Story of the Year, designed to encourage accurate, insightful, and creative reporting on economic issues and the work of the Bank. The winning journalist will receive sponsorship to attend the IMF–World Bank Meetings.
“This initiative aims to inspire creativity and innovation in storytelling,” he said, urging media houses to actively participate.
The Governor further assured journalists of the Bank’s commitment to open and proactive engagement through its Communications Department, noting that this approach would help build confidence in reporting on economic policies that affect households, businesses, and workers.
“No decision is taken by us lightly. Our responsibility is to act in the long-term public interest, even when the short-term choices are difficult,” he added.
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