Managing Director Mr. Edward Effah said Fidelity Bank is prepared to work with the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) to build capacity for journalists in banking and finance. He made the statement at a press soiree held at the Ghana International Press Centre over the weekend.
This strategic relationship building with the press according to Fidelity Bank is necessary and timely since the Bank recognises the media as partners and key allies in reaching their customers and stakeholders.
Addressing the audience, MD Edward Effah said Fidelity Bank believes in the work of the media and the role it continues to play in the advancement of Ghana’s democracy. He urged the press to do more in the area of banking & finance, wealth creation and entrepreneurship which are key pedestals for development.
Mr. Effah also said Fielity Bank is also committed to be actively involved in the annual GJA Journalist of the Year Awards.
In a welcoming addressing, President of the GJA, Mr. Ransford Tetteh commended Fidelity Bank for recognizing the role of the media in the development of other important sectors of the economy such banking and finance. He expressed the hope that these collaborations will result in beneficial partnerships between the Bank and the Association. He urged the bank to support activities of the GJA such as training and provision of facilities. He called on members of the GJA to take advantage of their relationship with Fidelity Bank to monitor the operations of the banking sector in order to provide useful information to the public.
About Fidelity Bank:
Fidelity Bank was issued with its Universal Banking License on June 28th 2006, making Fidelity Bank Limited, the 22nd bank to be licensed by the Bank of Ghana under the new Banking Act, 2004 (Act 673). The Bank is owned by Ghanaian and foreign individual and institutional investors including ADB and SSNIT, and also by its Executives.
The Bank was formerly Fidelity Discount House, the leading discount house in Ghana.
Fidelity Bank has a team of high calibre staff with diverse skills and experience. The Bank has invested heavily in technology and continues to invest heavily in training to ensure that it is at par with the best in the world. Fidelity Bank offers a comprehensive range of products and services to meet the banking and financial needs of existing and potential customers.
Recognizing the opportunities in the Ghanaian Financial Services industry, Fidelity Bank’s mission is to become a world-class financial institution that provides superior returns for all stakeholders. With strong people, technology and financial capital, Fidelity Bank is committed to active participation in the banking industry locally. This is premised on its exceptional Corporate Governance Standards’, knowledge of the local market, professionalism, proactiveness, innovation and above all its customer-centric culture. Fidelity Bank has two corporate affiliates. Fidelity Capital Partners Limited (FCPL), and Fidelity Asset Management Limited.

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