‘The cedi knows no political parties’ – Mahama calls for collective responsibility

President John Dramani Mahama urged Ghanaians to set aside political differences and take collective responsibility for safeguarding the cedi, emphasizing that the national currency belongs to all citizens and must be valued beyond partisan lines. In his address on Thursday, November 12, at the Bank of Ghana's Heritage Series banknotes launch in Accra, Mahama highlighted that the cedi transcended political affiliations, relying on the confidence citizens placed in it.

He used the symbolism of two joined crocodiles to illustrate the importance of collective responsibility in national affairs, noting that while citizens may hold different political views, the consequences of their decisions often affected everyone. Mahama stressed that maintaining confidence in the currency required a unified commitment from all Ghanaians, irrespective of their political backgrounds.

He also underscored the cultural and historical significance of the Heritage Series, explaining that the new banknotes aimed to reflect Ghana's shared identity and the experiences that bind its people together. The President described the cedi as an informal ambassador for Ghana, highlighting how its design could introduce the country's history and culture to people outside its borders.

He concluded by noting that the Heritage Series, with its enhanced security features, would be introduced on December 1, with a gradual transition to the new currency.