The Board of United Bank for Africa Ghana Ltd. has announced key leadership appointments designed to strengthen the bank’s operations. Bernard Gyebi has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2026.
Gyebi brings over 27 years of executive leadership within Ghana’s banking sector. Recognized for his principles of integrity, discipline, and service excellence, he is a seasoned risk management expert. His extensive experience spans credit, operational, market, and liquidity risk, as well as compliance and regulatory governance. He is credited with building robust risk frameworks and enhancing portfolio quality across several financial institutions. Gyebi succeeds Uzoechina Molokwu, whose leadership during a period of consolidation was acknowledged by the Board for ensuring growth, stability, and a seamless transition.
In a simultaneous appointment, Daniel Kwesi Sarpong has been named Executive Director. Sarpong brings over 25 years of hands-on experience in corporate banking, structured finance, and client management, with a proven ability to translate strategy into tangible results.
Commenting on the appointments, the Board Chairman of UBA Ghana, Kweku Andoh Awotwi, stated, “The Board is delighted to welcome Bernard Gyebi and Daniel Sarpong to lead UBA Ghana into its next phase of growth. They bring a rare combination of strategic insight, operational discipline, and deep knowledge of the Ghanaian banking landscape.”
The new leadership team joins at a pivotal moment as UBA Ghana aims to deepen customer experience, drive digital advancement, strengthen SME and corporate offerings, and expand its role in Ghana’s financial sector. Gyebi’s appointment also reinforces UBA Group’s commitment to empowering African talent to drive transformation across the continent. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1KogfzREkR/
