In a major crackdown on cybercrime, Ghanaian security agencies arrested over 140 suspects, predominantly Nigerian nationals, in coordinated early-morning raids across Accra, including the Tabora and Lashibi areas. The operation, carried out on the dawn of Saturday, December 27, targeted organized networks involved in Mobile Money (MoMo) fraud, Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams, and other related offenses.
Led by the Cyber Security Authority in collaboration with the Ghana Police Service, National Security, and the Ghana Immigration Service, the intelligence-driven swoop resulted in 100 arrests in Tabora and 41 in Lashibi. Authorities also seized 38 laptops and 150 mobile phones suspected to have been used in cyber-enabled financial crimes.
Among those arrested was a Ghanaian landlord found to be accommodating 100 suspects in his property. Officials emphasised the responsibility of landlords to ensure their premises are not used to facilitate criminal activity.
The suspects face allegations including Mobile Money (MoMo) fraud, Romance scams, Sextortion, Business Email Compromise (BEC) and Wire fraud.
Forensic analysis of the confiscated devices is currently underway. Those found culpable will be prosecuted under Ghanaian law.
Meanwhile, the Director of Communications for the Cyber Security Authority, Benjamin Avornyotse, reaffirmed the commitment of security agencies to making Ghana a fraud-free country. He assured the public of ongoing efforts to identify and apprehend cybercriminals, particularly foreign nationals involved in fraud.
Authorities urge the public to remain vigilant, report suspicious online activities, and continue supporting national efforts to combat cybercrime. Ghana remains a welcoming destination for legitimate business, but those engaged in illegal activities will be found and dealt with decisively.
