Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has questioned the accuracy of the portrait of Ghana’s national flag designer, Theodosia Salome Okoh, featured on the newly introduced GH¢50 banknote.
He has accused the Mahama-led government of rushing the removal of the images of the Big Six from Ghana’s currency, arguing that the haste may have resulted in an incorrect representation of the renowned Ghanaian figure.
Speaking to journalists after the presentation of the 2027 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament on Thursday, November 12, 2026, Mr Afenyo-Markin said the decision to replace the previous images on the currency was politically motivated rather than driven by careful attention to detail.
He alleged that the government had used the wrong portrait of Theodosia Okoh on the new GH¢50 note and questioned the diligence of the authorities responsible for the redesign.
The Minority Leader further argued that the alleged error raised concerns about the government's ability to manage the economy and deliver on its promises.
The GH¢50 denomination forms part of the Bank of Ghana's newly introduced Heritage Series, which comprises eight denominations celebrating Ghana's history, cultural identity and national heritage.
The note is dedicated to national identity, freedom and self-determination, with Theodosia Okoh featured on the front alongside the Adinkra symbol Fawohodie, which represents freedom and independence. The Jubilee House appears on the reverse.
President John Dramani Mahama unveiled the eight denominations on Thursday, November 12, 2026.
Meanwhile, Mr Afenyo-Markin says the Minority will undertake a detailed review of the 2027 Budget before presenting its position to the public.
He said the caucus would use its post-budget workshop to scrutinise the government's proposals and identify what it considers weaknesses in the economic policy direction.
The Minority Leader added that the caucus would present a comprehensive critique of the budget after the review.
