Sankofa Series: The story behind the formation of the first Ghanaian-owned bank

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• Yaa Dua 1 year ago

  Jb traitor Danquah proposed the name. Ghana commercial Bank

  Jb traitor Danquah proposed the name. Ghana commercial Bank

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• OZYMANDIAS 1 year ago

  In those days, unlike now, the management was honest and trustworthy. Unlike these days when politics and political influences have combined to cloud the mentality of the senior leadership. Gone are the good old days, when Mr ...
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  In those days, unlike now, the management was honest and trustworthy. Unlike these days when politics and political influences have combined to cloud the mentality of the senior leadership. Gone are the good old days, when Mr Anim Addo, the Kwahu business tycoon was one of the best brains behind the bank.

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• Historian 1 year ago

  The Cedi WAS NOT introduced in 1958. What was introduced in 1958 was the Ghana Pound, which was used until the early 60s when the Cedi was introduced probably in 1963.

  The Cedi WAS NOT introduced in 1958. What was introduced in 1958 was the Ghana Pound, which was used until the early 60s when the Cedi was introduced probably in 1963.

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• Kwabena Tabiri 1 year ago

  Cedi as currency was introduced into the country in the 60s long after independence but not in the 50s.The British currency ie pounds/ shillings was what was being used before Nkrumah introduced the cedi. Ps take note.I remem ...
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  Cedi as currency was introduced into the country in the 60s long after independence but not in the 50s.The British currency ie pounds/ shillings was what was being used before Nkrumah introduced the cedi. Ps take note.I remember in the 60s a journey from Accra to kumasi cost one pound when you travel with pegoet estate car hence the name one -pound one -pound given to these cars.

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• O 1 year ago

  Ol

  Ol

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