A freelance business and financial journalist, Kwesi Adu has called on the public to disregard the contents of a story which sought to create an impression that Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Ernest Addison is unwell and has left the management of the Bank to the Second Deputy Governor, Mrs. Elsie Addo Awadzi.

He said Governor Addison is very healthy and in full control at the Bank.

“I think the vile propaganda should stop. The contents of the story are false and without merit.”

He added that it is important to support the central bank in its work to help stabilise prices in the country for economic growth.

“I have followed the activities of the Bank, including monitoring their Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) Press Conferences on Facebook. If the Governor is unwell, how will he be able to stand for an hour to read the MPC statement and also answer questions from the press? From my assessment, l think he is very healthy. I think the video is available on the internet for all to see", he said.

Mr. Adu recalled attending a number of events and programmes where the Governor was invited to deliver a speech.

“Since the publication of the story, l have engaged some former school mates who are employees of the Bank of Ghana to ascertain the veracity of the news story. The feedback is that the Governor is always at post and doesn’t spend his time abroad. The news that he is always outside the country on medical grounds is a lie. I am reliably informed that he reports to work very early in the morning and closes very late. ”

He urged the governor and his Management to focus on working to stabilise the economy and help government in its economic recovery plan.

“l commend the Governor Addison led Management for financing the government in 2022, which has ensured that there is stability and no chaos in the country.”