The management of Citi FM and Channel One TV has paid a courtesy call on the leadership of Universal Merchant Bank (UMB), as part of an ongoing initiative to deepen institutional collaboration and explore strategic areas of partnership.
The visit aligns with the media group’s broader engagement agenda with key financial institutions, aimed at fostering cross-sector cooperation to drive national development.
The delegation from Citi FM/Channel One TV included Managing Director Samuel Attah-Mensah, General Manager Bernard Avle, Head of News Vivian Kai Lokko, Business Development Manager Omane Mensah-Bonsu, Head of Events and Partnerships Frema Adunyame, and Sales Manager Miriam Ivy Oduro.
Discussions during the meeting focused on enhancing existing ties, identifying new avenues for collaboration, and leveraging both institutions’ strengths for mutual growth.
Speaking at the meeting, Bernard Avle, General Manager of Citi FM/Channel One TV, congratulated Dr. Philip Oti-Mensah on his appointment as Chief Executive Officer of UMB. He commended the bank’s role as a homegrown financial institution contributing significantly to Ghana’s economic recovery.
“As an indigenous bank, UMB has a unique and strategic role to play. Capital is cultural, and we expect that with the right support and decisions, Ghana’s recovery will be sustainable,” Avle remarked. “We’re here to support—offering our platform for thought leadership, client engagement, and public education to assure Ghanaians that the financial sector is on a strong path forward.”
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Dr. Philip Oti-Mensah, CEO of UMB, expressed gratitude for the visit and reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to transformation and excellence.
“UMB is undergoing a major transformation under new leadership. Our vision remains unchanged—we aim to reclaim our position as a top-tier bank. Though we’ve faced challenges, that’s part of the business cycle,” he said. “We’re making a strong comeback, and we plan to stand out through unmatched service quality. Citi FM has always been a reliable partner, and we look forward to working together to achieve greater impact.”
source: citinewsroom
