Otumfuo Osei Tutu II honours Hollard Group CEO Patience Akyianu

Patience Akyianu, Group CEO of Hollard Ghana, has been honoured by His Royal Majesty (HRM) Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at the prestigious 2025 Millennium Excellence Award for Finance and Capital Market Excellence, held over the weekend at the Manhyia Palace in Kumasi.

The award recognised her remarkable achievements in leadership, mentorship, and the development of the finance sector. The Millennium Excellence Awards is one of Ghana’s most esteemed recognition platforms, celebrating individuals who have significantly contributed to the country’s socio-economic development.

Patience Akyianu’s receipt of this award is a testament to her unwavering commitment to excellence and impactful leadership in the finance and capital market sectors. The citation presented to Patience Akyianu during the award ceremony acknowledged her outstanding legacy, stating:

“We are proud to celebrate your transformative leadership at Barclays Bank Ghana and Hollard Ghana Holdings. Your instrumental role in the adoption of International Financial Reporting Standards at Standard Chartered Bank and Barclays Bank Ghana has enhanced transparency and discipline in the banking sector. Your impressive leadership has undoubtedly had a lasting impact on Finance and the Capital market in Ghana and beyond.”

Responding to the recognition, Patience Akyianu expressed her profound gratitude: “I am so thrilled and deeply thankful to God for this incredible recognition. I am grateful to the Millennium Excellence Award for this great honour. I want to acknowledge the unwavering support I receive from my family, particularly my husband, throughout my journey as a business leader.

"I am deeply humbled to receive this prestigious award. I’m thankful for the collective effort of my team and the unwavering support of Hollard Ghana. I remain committed to driving innovation and fostering excellence in finance and beyond.”

As Group CEO of Hollard Ghana, Patience Akyianu has consistently demonstrated visionary leadership, fostering growth and development within the company and the broader finance industry. Her dedication to financial excellence and corporate responsibility continues to inspire professionals across the sector. Under her leadership, Hollard Ghana has introduced several industry firsts, including Araba Hollard, the country's first virtual insurer, the Motor Insurance on the go product, Insure Pack, and major partnership deals with retail giants Melcom, Vivo, among others.

Hollard Ghana is proud to celebrate this momentous achievement and congratulates Patience Akyianu on her well-deserved recognition.