The Deputy Managing Director of ARB Apex Bank PLC, Curtis William Brantuo has pledged his commitment to supporting the growth of rural banks in the country.
In a speech at the 2025 37th Annual General Meeting of the Lower Pra Rural Bank at Shama, Mr. William Brantuo touted the bank’s progressive growth over the years.
Notably among the achievements, he mentioned the right structures adopted by the bank’s Board of Directors, despite the economic challenges.
Mr. Brantuo remarked that his outfit stands ready to support rural banks through the provision of the right guidance and direction.
” For many years now, Lower Pra Rural Bank has been a strong and shining in rural banking. The bank has been well-managed and has stayed successful and profitable over the years.
Even with the many economic problems facing the country and businesses, Lower Pra Rural Bank has remained one of the top rural banks in Ghana.
This shows that when the right systems are in place, and the directors, managers, and staff work well together with support from shareholders and the community, rural and community banks can grow and last for a long time,”
“Because of this, we are calling on all current shareholders and citizens of Shama, both at home and abroad, to buy more shares in the bank. This will help the bank raise more money. With more capital, the bank can carry out bigger financial projects and also support small businesses, farmers, and individuals who are helping to grow the local economy in Shama and nearby areas.
At ARB Apex Bank, we are ready to help Lower Pra and other rural banks. We will provide the right advice and support to make sure they follow the rules and have strong systems in place. This will help the banks do well and continue to bring benefits to their shareholders and the communities they serve.”
The Chief Executive of Lower Pra Rural Bank, Ernest Nii Tackie-Otoo, outlined some strategic priorities to drive sustainable growth, enhance shareholder value, and strengthen the bank’s position as a leading institution.
“Our bank has a proud story, one built on strength, progress, and new ideas. The leaders who came before me did a great job by building a strong foundation, and they truly deserve to be recognized for their hard work.
Because of their commitment, we now have a solid base to grow from. My goal is to lead the bank toward steady and long-lasting growth, and to continue increasing value for our shareholders,just as we have done in the past. As one of Ghana’s top rural banks, we aim to be bold in bringing new ideas, quick in our actions, and firm in how we manage risks and follow rules.”
Our strategy is focused on five key areas;Putting our customers first and transforming how we serve them, Growing our loan and savings services in a responsible way, Making our operations more efficient and lowering costs, Investing in our people through training and leadership programs, Strengthening our efforts in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices.
Our path ahead is clear. We are starting a transformation that puts the customer at the center of everything we do. In today’s fast-changing world of banking, we must do more than offer services, We must become trusted partners in the lives and businesses of our customers. “
