“A Whole Gov’t Machinery Got the Picture of Theodosia Okoh Wrong on the 50 Cedi Note” –Afenyo-Markin

According to a report by Kessben TV on Thursday, November 12, 2026, the Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has questioned the credibility of the government following what he described as a major mistake involving the picture of Ghana’s renowned national figure, Theodosia Okoh, on the newly introduced GH₵50 banknote.

Mr. Afenyo-Markin expressed concern over the reported error, arguing that it was surprising for an entire government machinery to get the picture of such an important national personality wrong. He questioned how Ghanaians could trust a government that could make such a mistake in the production of an important national document.

The Minority Leader suggested that the issue raised serious questions about the level of attention, care and professionalism demonstrated by the officials responsible for the new banknote.

His comments have brought renewed attention to the newly introduced Heritage Series banknotes by the Bank of Ghana. The new currency series is expected to highlight important personalities, historical events and symbols that represent Ghana’s cultural heritage and national identity.

Theodosia Okoh remains an important figure in Ghana’s history because of her contribution to the design of the national flag. Her work has earned her a special place in the country’s history, making the accuracy of her representation on the new currency particularly important.

Afenyo-Markin’s remarks have also added to the public discussion surrounding the introduction of the new banknotes and the processes involved in their design and approval.

The development raises questions about the level of scrutiny given to the new currency before its official introduction. Many Ghanaians will expect the relevant authorities to address the concerns and provide clarification on the matter.

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