UBA Ghana has named Bernard Gyebi as its new Managing Director, marking a key step in the reorganisation of its top leadership team

United Bank for Africa (UBA) Ghana Ltd.’s Board has rolled out a fresh leadership structure, bringing in experienced banking professionals for key positions. The move is part of a bigger plan to boost governance, improve efficiency, and set the bank up for its next stage of growth.

Central to the changes is the appointment of Mr. Bernard Gyebi as Managing Director and CEO, effective January 1, 2026.

He takes over from Mr. Uzoechina Molokwu, who guided the bank through a phase of consolidation and institutional growth. With over 27 years of executive experience in Ghana’s banking sector, Mr. Gyebi’s career covers corporate governance, regulatory compliance, enterprise risk management, and leading major organisational transformations.

His appointment signals the Board’s intent to place risk discipline, strong controls and sustainable growth at the core of UBA Ghana’s strategy.

Widely respected within the financial sector, Mr. Gyebi is known for a leadership philosophy anchored in integrity, accountability, discipline and service excellence.

Over the years, he has consistently demonstrated the capacity to align organisational culture, people management and strategic objectives to deliver long‑term value for stakeholders.

A recognised authority in risk management, Mr. Gyebi has previously overseen enterprise‑wide risk functions across several leading financial institutions. His expertise spans credit risk, operational risk, market and liquidity risk, compliance, anti‑money laundering (AML) and regulatory governance.

Industry sources credit him with establishing resilient risk management frameworks, strengthening credit cultures and improving portfolio quality—experience the Board believes will be critical in enhancing UBA Ghana’s risk governance architecture and overall operational performance.

The Board paid tribute to the outgoing Managing Director, Mr. Uzoechina Molokwu, acknowledging his contribution to the bank’s stability and growth. During his tenure, UBA Ghana deepened regulatory engagement, ensured continuity in core banking operations and laid the groundwork for a smooth leadership transition. The Board expressed appreciation for his stewardship and commitment to the institution.

In a parallel move, the Board announced the appointment of Mr. Daniel Kwesi Sarpong as Executive Director of UBA Ghana.

Mr. Sarpong joins the executive team with over 25 years of practical banking experience, cutting across corporate banking, structured finance and client relationship management.

Throughout his career, Mr. Sarpong has led diverse teams across multiple business segments and is regarded as a results‑oriented leader with a strong ability to convert strategy into measurable outcomes. In his new role, he is expected to play a central part in driving execution, fostering collaboration across business units and ensuring that operational teams are well‑aligned with the bank’s strategic priorities.

Commenting on the appointments, Board Chairman of UBA Ghana, Mr. Kweku Andoh Awotwi, said:

“The Board is delighted to welcome Bernard Gyebi and Daniel Sarpong to lead UBA Ghana into its next phase of growth. They both bring a rare combination of strategic insight, operational discipline, and deep knowledge of the Ghanaian banking landscape.

“Their strong values, business development, exceptional risk governance expertise, and proven track record of transformation make them the right leaders to deliver greater value to our customers, shareholders, and stakeholders, and to support UBA’s mission across Africa.”

The leadership changes come at a critical moment for UBA Ghana, as the bank intensifies efforts to enhance customer experience, expand digital banking channels, deepen SME and corporate banking offerings, and strengthen its role in Ghana’s evolving financial sector.

With its new executive team, UBA Ghana is set to align more closely with the broader UBA Africa strategy, aimed at boosting intra‑African trade, driving economic growth, and empowering businesses and communities across the continent. The appointments of Mr. Gyebi and Mr. Sarpong reflect the Board’s commitment to experienced leadership, local know‑how, and steady growth as the bank gears up for its next chapter.