Hajia Abibata Shanni Mahama Zakariah has stepped down as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), bringing her tenure to an end with immediate effect.

Her resignation letter, dated January 31, 2025, was formally submitted to the Chief of Staff at the Office of the President and copied to the Secretary to the President. The Chief of Staff officially acknowledged receipt of the letter on February 4, 2025.

Having served as both Deputy CEO and substantive CEO for eight years under President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s administration, Hajia Abibata described her time at MASLOC as a valuable opportunity to contribute to its growth. However, she believes the time has come for new leadership to take over.

“I am writing to formally resign from my position as Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre with immediate effect. Over the years, it has been a privilege to serve and contribute to the growth and success of MASLOC. However, I believe this is the right moment for me to step down and allow new leadership to guide the organisation,” she stated in her resignation letter.

Expressing appreciation for the support she received from the MASLOC Board, management, and staff, she added, “I am deeply grateful for the support and collaboration I have received from the Board, Management, and our talented Staff. I remain confident in the continued success of MASLOC and will do everything possible during this transition period to ensure a smooth handover of responsibilities.”

Hajia Abibata, who previously contested for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidacy in Yendi, wished the organization and its employees well, expressing confidence that they would continue to build on their shared accomplishments.

In an interview confirming her resignation, she extended gratitude to former President Nana Akufo-Addo for entrusting her with leadership roles at MASLOC, first as Deputy CEO from 2017 to 2021 and later as CEO from 2021 to 2025.

She described her two appointments as a reflection of Nana Akufo-Addo’s commitment to empowering women and amplifying their voices in governance.