BONO REGIONAL MINISTER BACKS SEC’S INVESTOR EDUCATION DRIVE IN SUNYANI

The Bono Regional Minister, Hon. Joseph Addae Akwaboa, has reaffirmed the Bono Regional Coordinating Council’s commitment to supporting initiatives that promote financial literacy, responsible investment and investor protection.

He gave the assurance on 15th October 2026 when he participated in the Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) “Time with the SEC” Investor Education Programme at the Sunyani Technical University.

In his address, Hon. Akwaboa highlighted the importance of financial education in building a resilient and trustworthy financial market, noting the need to equip the public with the knowledge required to make informed investment decisions and protect their financial interests.

He commended the SEC for extending the investor education initiative to the Bono Region and pledged the RCC’s support for efforts aimed at improving public understanding of investment practices.

The Regional Minister further encouraged participants to share the knowledge gained with their families, colleagues, businesses and communities to promote sound financial decisions and responsible investment practices.

He also stressed the importance of creating awareness about fraudulent investment schemes to help protect the public from financial losses and strengthen confidence in the financial market.