{
  "id": 12213574,
  "title": "BoG arrests seven women over use of cedi notes for money bouquets, cakes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/05/bog-arrests-seven-women-over-use-of-cedi-notes-for-money-bouquets",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-05T18:36:28.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "GBC Ghana",
    "slug": "gbc-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.gbcghanaonline.com/general/bog-arrests-seven-women/2026/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has arrested seven women in Accra for allegedly using Ghanaian cedi banknotes to create money bouquets and cakes for commercial purposes. The arrests are a part of the central bank's efforts to prevent the misuse and abuse of Ghanaian currency. Dinah Bonzi, head of the Statistics Office at the BoG's Currency Management Department, explained that the move aims to discourage individuals and businesses from using banknotes in ways that could harm the currency's integrity. She emphasized that using cedi notes to make bouquets and cakes for events like weddings, birthdays, graduations, and other occasions is unlawful.\n\nBonzi mentioned that the seven women were apprehended at various locations in Accra while allegedly producing the items for sale using cedi notes. She cautioned that the BoG would take action against not only those directly involved but also those who support, promote, or facilitate the practice. She highlighted the importance of treating the Ghanaian cedi as legal tender and respecting it. Those found misusing or abusing the currency could face legal consequences, including fines or imprisonment, depending on the applicable law.\n\nThe seven suspects will be processed for prosecution, and possible sanctions may range from fines to imprisonment. The BoG has previously warned the public against practices like spraying money during social events, using banknotes for decorations, stepping on or scattering currency, writing on notes, or deliberately altering them. The latest arrests serve as a warning to the public about the appropriate handling of Ghanaian cedi notes and coins.",
  "summary": "The Bank of Ghana (BoG), in collaboration with the Ghana Police Service, has arrested seven women in Accra for allegedly using Ghana cedi banknotes to make money bouquets and cakes for commercial purposes. The arrests form part of the central bank’s enforcement efforts to curb the misuse and abuse of Ghana cedi notes and coins. […]",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}