Ghana’s Cyber Security Authority, in collaboration with the Ghana Police Service, National Security, and the Ghana Immigration Service HQ, has conducted a major early-morning operation targeting organised cybercrime networks across Tabora and Lashibi.
The intelligence-led crackdown resulted in the arrest of 141 suspects, including 100 in Tabora and 41 in Lashibi. Preliminary investigations suggest that most of the suspects are Nigerian nationals.
Authorities also recovered 38 laptops and 150 mobile phones suspected to have been used in the commission of cyber-enabled financial crimes.
Samuel Nartey George, MP for Ningo-Prampram and Minister for Communication, praised the operation and emphasized the government’s firm stance against cybercrime.
He said, “Ghana remains welcoming to all of our friends and neighbours interested in legitimate enterprise. However, if you are interested in committing a cybercrime, we will find you, arrest you, and deal with you decisively according to our laws. For God and Country.”
The suspects are alleged to have been involved in various cybercrimes, including Mobile Money (MoMo) fraud, romance scams, sextortion, Business Email Compromise (BEC), and wire fraud.
The operation also led to the arrest of a Ghanaian landlord who reportedly housed 100 of the suspects, with authorities reminding property owners of their responsibility not to facilitate criminal activities.
Forensic analysis of the recovered devices is ongoing, and individuals found culpable will face prosecution under Ghanaian law. The public has been urged to remain vigilant, report suspicious digital activities, and support efforts to combat cybercrime.
Meanwhile, Director of Communications at the Cyber Security Authority, Benjamin Avornyotse, has reiterated the commitment of the Authority and other security agencies towards making Ghana a fraud free country.
Source: Starrfm.com.gh
