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Stanbic Bank Ghana has donated relief items worth GH¢400,000 to the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), to support communities affected by recent flooding and fire incidents across Accra and other parts of the country.
The presentation, which occurred at the NADMO Headquarters over the weekend, showed the Bank’s commitment to supporting Ghanaians in times of need.
The items included wellington boots, raincoats, life jackets, student mattresses, blankets, toiletries, and mosquito repellents, as well as rice, cooking oil, tomato puree, canned fish, and sanitary pads (dignity kits).
In a release copied to the Ghana News Agency on Monday, the Bank said it had to swiftly mobilise a comprehensive package of essential items to complement NADMO’s ongoing relief and recovery efforts.
It cited the heavy rains and subsequent fire outbreak on Wednesday, 3rd June, which displaced families, disrupted livelihoods, and caused significant hardship for residents and market operators as the reason for its action.
Kwamina Asomaning, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Stanbic Bank Ghana, said: “At Stanbic Bank, our purpose is Ghana is our home, and we drive her growth. We recognise that true growth is only possible when our communities and people are thriving.”
“When our communities prosper, we prosper alongside them. Natural disasters, however, are often unforeseen and can disrupt livelihoods and progress. It is within this context that Stanbic Bank has stepped in to support victims of the recent flood and fire incidents in Accra.”
“We are proud to stand with affected families and to support NADMO’s critical efforts in restoring dignity and stability to impacted communities… Stanbic Bank remains proud to be Ghana’s trusted financial partner – committed to helping individuals, businesses, and communities thrive.”
Mr Asomaning reaffirmed the Bank’s steadfast commitment to Ghana, noting its continued focus on supporting communities, driving economic growth, and partnering with government and other stakeholders to build national resilience.
In 2025, Stanbic Bank invested GHS8.86 million in corporate social investment across sectors such as education, healthcare, skills training, agriculture financial wellness and youth development, the release said.
Source: GNA