‘Protect, value and take pride in the cedi’ – Dr Asiama urges Ghanaians

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, has urged Ghanaians to protect, value and take pride in the cedi, describing the national currency as a symbol of the country's identity, aspirations and collective future.

He said the cedi represents more than a medium of exchange, as it also reflects Ghana's national heritage and its determination to build a prosperous future.

“Let us all protect it, let us value it, and let us take pride in it. Not just because it bears the name of Ghana but because it represents the aspirations of our people and the future that we are building together,” he said.

Dr Asiama was speaking at the launch of the Heritage Series banknotes, where he underscored the importance of public awareness and responsible currency handling in safeguarding the integrity of the national currency.

As part of efforts to familiarise the public with the new banknotes, he announced that the Bank of Ghana would embark on a nationwide public education campaign across all 16 regions, using major local languages to reach a wider audience.

The campaign will educate the public on how to identify genuine Heritage Series banknotes, recognise their security features and handle the currency responsibly.

Dr Asiama said the initiative would help Ghanaians understand the changes introduced under the new series and distinguish genuine banknotes from counterfeits.

He added that the exercise would also deepen public appreciation of the national heritage and significance reflected in the design of the new notes.

According to him, the Heritage Series provides an opportunity for Ghanaians to reflect on the country's journey while considering the responsibilities and opportunities that will shape its future.

He described the new banknotes as a lasting expression of national pride, innovation and Ghana's determination to build a resilient and prosperous economy for generations to come.

“May the Heritage Series stand as a lasting expression of our national pride, our commitment to innovation, and our determination to build a resilient and prosperous Ghana for generations to come,” he said.

Dr Asiama stressed that the introduction of the Heritage Series went beyond redesigning the national currency, describing it as an effort to reinforce the values and national identity the cedi represents.

He urged Ghanaians to play an active role in safeguarding the currency, noting that responsible handling and knowledge of its security features were essential to maintaining public confidence in the cedi.