Former NPP Appointee Receives Top Appointment From Mahama’s Government

Former First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Maxwell Opoku-Afari, has secured an appointment as a Non-Resident Fellow at the Finance for Development Lab, an international institution specialising in development finance research and economic policy.

Dr. Opoku-Afari served as First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana after being appointed in 2017 by former President Nana Akufo-Addo. His latest appointment is expected to draw on his extensive knowledge of central banking and international financial affairs.

During his six-month fellowship, he is expected to lead two research initiatives focusing on financial-sector stability, sustainable debt management and funding strategies for economic development. His nearly 30 years of professional experience are expected to bring valuable insight to the organisation’s work.

Beyond his research duties, he will support preparations for the Africa Debt Conference and participate in various policy forums and academic seminars hosted by the institution.

Dr. Opoku-Afari welcomed the opportunity, expressing appreciation for the appointment. He described his inclusion in the FDL team as a privilege and said he was looking forward to working with experts from different countries to advance policies that encourage inclusive and sustainable development.

The organisation’s Executive Director, Martin Kessler, also expressed confidence in his appointment. He praised Dr. Opoku-Afari’s experience at the Bank of Ghana and the International Monetary Fund, noting that his expertise would strengthen the Lab’s research and policy efforts to support economic progress across Africa.

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