No fewer than 141 Nigerians have been arrested in Ghana over alleged involvement in various forms of cyber-enabled financial crimes.
The arrests followed a coordinated early-morning raid carried out by Ghana’s Cyber Security Authority in collaboration with the Ghana Police Service, National Security, and the Ghana Immigration Service.
According to a statement released on Saturday by Ghana’s Commissioner for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel George, the operation was conducted in the communities of Tabora and Lashibi.
The statement revealed that 100 suspects were apprehended in Tabora, while 41 others were arrested in Lashibi, bringing the total number of detainees to 141. Preliminary investigations indicate that all the suspects are Nigerian nationals.
During the operation, security agencies recovered 38 laptop computers and 150 mobile phones believed to have been used to carry out cyber-related financial crimes.
A Ghanaian landlord was also arrested for allegedly housing about 100 of the suspects in his property. Authorities warned property owners to ensure their premises are not used for criminal activities.
The suspects are alleged to be involved in offences such as mobile money fraud, romance scams, sextortion, business email compromise, and wire fraud.
Ghanaian authorities stated that forensic examination of the seized electronic devices is ongoing, and those found culpable will be prosecuted in line with the country’s laws.
The government urged the public to remain alert and report suspicious online activities, while reaffirming Ghana’s commitment to fighting cybercrime.
The statement emphasized that while Ghana remains open to legitimate business and cooperation, anyone involved in cybercrime will be identified, arrested, and dealt with according to the law.
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