A joint operation by the IGP’s Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team, the Surveillance Unit from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Headquarters and the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has led to the arrest of twelve (12) Nigerian nationals suspected to be involved in organised cyber fraud and human trafficking-related activities.
Meanwhile, six (6) other suspected Nigerian nationals are currently at large for illegal migration-related offences contrary to the laws of the Republic of Ghana.
The targeted operation which took place on 12/03/2026, was led by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mr Malaika Jibril Alhassan, from the Police Headquarters and Superintendent Mr Francis Baidoo, from the Amasaman Sector Command of GIS.
Items Retrieved
A search conducted at the premises led to the retrieval of the following suspected cybercrime tools:
• Twenty-five (25) laptop computers
• Seven (7) mobile phones
During the operation, the suspects attempted to obstruct enforcement by releasing German Shepherd dogs against the officers. Consequently, reinforcement from the Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team and the Surveillance Unit from the CID Headquarters helped ensure smooth operation.
Nature of Criminal Activities Identified
Preliminary investigations indicate the suspects were engaged in the following offences:
• Internet Fraud (Online Scams)
• Identity Theft
• Email and Phishing Fraud
• Mobile Money (MoMo) Fraud
• Cyber Extortion and Blackmail
• Credit Card and ATM Fraud
• Electronic Forgery
The offences identified fall under the following legal instruments:
• Ghana Immigration Service Regulations (L.I. 2245)
• Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038)
• Electronic Transactions Act, 2008 (Act 772)
• Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29)
• Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843)
The operation demonstrates the growing nexus between cybercrime networks and transnational migration activities. Effective intelligence gathering and inter-agency collaboration between the Ghana Police Service and the GIS remain critical in disrupting such criminal enterprises.
The Ghana Police Service remains committed to intelligence-led operations, inter-agency coordination and collaboration and strict application of the law to safeguard national security and maintain the integrity of Ghana’s digital and migration space.
