Millison Narh
Millison Kwadwo Narh | |
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| Born | May 4, 1955 Ghana |
| Died | July 8, 2023 (aged 68) |
| Occupation(s) | Banker, Certified Accountant |
| Years active | 1976–2017 |
| Known for | Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana (2009–2017) |
Millison Kwadwo Narh (4 May 1955 – 8 July 2023) was a distinguished Ghanaian banker and certified accountant who held the position of deputy governor at the Bank of Ghana from 2009 until 2017.
Early life and education
Narh was born in May 1955 and pursued his chartered accountancy training at Accra Polytechnic between 1976 and 1979. He subsequently obtained a diploma in education as well as a Bachelor of Commerce degree from the University of Cape Coast during the period 1979 to 1983. Furthering his expertise, he completed a master's program in banking and finance at the Finafrica Foundation in Milan, Italy.
Career
Narh commenced his professional journey at the Central Bank in 1976. He served as Chief Manager responsible for domestic banking from 1993 to 1995. Between 1996 and 1999, he directed the bank’s branch department, where he successfully launched five new branches. Additionally, he contributed as an advisor and held leadership roles at the National Banking College during two intervals: from 1995 to 1997 and again around mid-2001.
From 2001 to 2002, Narh occupied the role of deputy director and chief internal auditor within the internal audit division. He then advanced to lead the banking industry department until 2008, overseeing operations of both local and international banks across five branches with a workforce nearing 500 employees. By the time he was appointed deputy governor, Narh had amassed 33 years of service with the Bank of Ghana.
In May 2009, he was appointed second deputy governor by President John Atta Mills, later being promoted to first deputy governor in August 2013. His position as second deputy governor was subsequently filled by Nashiru.
Death
Narh passed away in the United States on 8 July 2023, aged 68.