In a moving demonstration of corporate compassion and national solidarity, a delegation fromGCB Bank PLC led by the Managing Director (MD), Farihan Alhassan, on Friday,5th September 2025, donated GHS1,000,000.00 to the Children’s Support Fundat the Presidency.
His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama, received the delegationin an atmosphere filled with a deep sense of reflection and quiet dignity as words gave way to meaning, and gestures spoke louder than speeches.
The support is towards the upkeep of the children of the eight men who lost their lives in the helicopter crash.
This national initiative has been set up to care for the children and families of the Eight Gallant Men who tragically lost their lives on 6th August 2025 in a helicopter crash whilst on national assignment.
In his remarks, Farihan emphasized the Bank’s deep sense of duty to stand with the bereaved families during such a painful time; “We honour the courage of these men not just in words, but through meaningful support for those they left behind,” he said.
This underscores the Bank’s commitment to national solidarity and compassion, especially in times of loss. The Children’s Support Fund will help provide education, healthcare, and emotional care for the affected children.
The President expressed gratitude to the Bank for this thoughtful gesture, describing it as a true act of patriotism.
This symbolic act of giving was not merely a financial contribution – it was a message: the nation remembers, and it cares.
Present during the visit were Dr. Callistus Mahama – Executive Secretary to the President, Joyce Bawah Mogtari (Esq.) – Special Aide to the President, Socrates Afram – Chief Financial Officer of GCB Bank PLC, Linus Kumi – Executive Head of Corporate Banking, along with other key members of staff from the Bank and the Presidency.
GCB Bank PLC is a leading player in Ghana’s banking industry, with 184 branches, 340 ATMs and a host of banking agents spread across the length and breadth of the country.
As Ghana’s premier indigenous bank, GCB Bank has, since its establishment in 1953, been described as a systemic bank with significant contribution to Ghana’s growth in multiple sectors including oil and gas, agriculture, commerce and others.
The Bank has transformed itself into one of Ghana’s most modern banks in terms of its financial intermediation capabilities including digital payment platforms and consequently strengthened its corporate reputation both at home and abroad.
The Bank’s relationship with its stakeholders is delivered on a platform of trust, support and collaboration and anchored through its brand promise, “Your Bank for Life”