Afenyo-Markin Questions Theodosia Okoh’s Image on New Cedi Note

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has raised concerns over the new Ghana Cedi note, alleging that the image of Theodosia Okoh featured on it is incorrect. His claim came during the live coverage of the 2027 Budget Presentation in Parliament on Thursday, November 12, adding a fresh twist to the day’s heated political exchanges.

According to Afenyo-Markin, the portrait used on the new currency note does not accurately represent Theodosia Okoh, the renowned Ghanaian artist who designed the national flag. He argued that the discrepancy raises serious questions about the attention to detail and due diligence applied in the production of the new note.

The Minority Leader’s allegation sparked reactions in the chamber, with members closely examining the claim. Theodosia Okoh is a celebrated figure in Ghanaian history, and any suggestion that her image has been misrepresented on the national currency is likely to attract public attention and debate.

Afenyo-Markin used the issue to question the government’s competence in handling national symbols, suggesting that such errors undermine confidence in the administration’s broader economic management. His remarks added to the Minority’s mounting criticism of the government following the Finance Minister’s budget presentation.

The claim is expected to generate discussion among Ghanaians, with many likely to scrutinize the new note and compare the portrait with known images of Theodosia Okoh. The government has yet to respond to the allegation.

The development comes amid a tense parliamentary session that saw Minority MPs chant “Cocaine is back, 24-hour cocaine economy is back!” after the budget presentation. Afenyo-Markin’s latest allegation underscores the opposition’s determination to challenge the government on multiple fronts, from economic policy to matters of national symbolism and heritage.