Man rewarded GH¢10,000 by bank for returning GH¢4,000 left in ATM tray

Fidelity Bank has presented GH¢10,000 to Emmanuel Appiah Boateng in recognition of what it described as a remarkable display of honesty and integrity after he returned cash he found at one of its ATMs.

The bank explained that Emmanuel Boateng discovered GH¢4,000 left behind at an ATM but did not attempt to keep the money. Instead, he promptly reached out to the bank’s Customer Contact Centre to report the situation, allowing officials to trace and restore the funds to the rightful owner.

In a statement shared on social media on June 2, 2026, Fidelity Bank highlighted his actions as an example of strong moral character, noting that “Fidelity Bank has rewarded Emmanuel Appiah Boateng with GH¢10,000 in recognition of an outstanding act of honesty and integrity,” the bank stated.

The bank further detailed that after finding the cash at the ATM, Boateng immediately took steps to inform the institution rather than retaining it, ensuring the money was properly accounted for and returned.

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“Mr Boateng found GH¢4,000 at one of the Bank’s ATMs and immediately contacted our Customer Contact Centre, ensuring that the money was returned to its rightful owner,” the statement said.

Fidelity Bank added that his action reflects the importance of ethical behaviour in everyday life, especially at a time when conversations around integrity are increasingly relevant in society.

The bank commended him for setting a positive example, stating that such conduct reinforces the value of honesty in both personal and public life.

It concluded by congratulating him and acknowledging the character he demonstrated, noting that his decision serves as a reminder of the impact of simple but principled choices.



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