The Bank of Ghana has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding financial system security through stronger collaboration with law enforcement agencies.
Speaking at an inter-agency security engagement in Accra, Second Deputy Governor Matilda Asante-Asiedu, representing First Deputy Governor Zakari Mumuni, stressed that protecting financial systems is critical to national security.
“Financial system integrity is a national security concern. When our institutions collaborate effectively, financial crimes become harder, riskier, and less profitable.” - Second Deputy Governor
Intelligence-Led Approach to Crime
Mrs. Asante-Asiedu highlighted the growing importance of intelligence-led operations in addressing emerging threats such as cybercrime and illegal financial activities.
She pointed to a recent operation in Accra targeting illegal online loan operators, which resulted in the arrest of 420 suspects, including three foreign nationals.
The Deputy Governor attributed the success to improved coordination among state institutions, particularly under the Inter-Ministerial Committee against Money Laundering and Related Crimes.
She noted that such partnerships are essential in tackling complex financial crimes and ensuring system-wide resilience.
The engagement underscores the central bank’s resolve to maintain a stable and secure financial environment through sustained collaboration with security agencies.
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