A judge has urged banks and financial institutions to be more vigilant and stay ahead of criminals using Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to steal money from customers' accounts.

Mr.

Isaac Addo emphasized the need for these institutions to enhance their ICT systems and provide regular training for staff, especially tellers, to thoroughly scrutinize cheques and other financial instruments before making payments.

The court stressed that protecting the interests of shareholders and depositors was crucial for maintaining public trust.