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Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, has called on the public to remain alert and proactive in the fight against cybercrime following a major nationwide operation that dismantled multiple digital fraud networks.
In a statement addressing the outcome of the exercise, the Minister highlighted the importance of public cooperation in safeguarding Ghana’s digital and financial ecosystem.
“The public is urged to remain vigilant, report suspicious digital activities, and continue to support national efforts to combat cybercrime,” he said in post on social media sighted by MyNewsGh.
The early-morning operation, which involved multiple state security agencies, led to the arrest of 141 individuals suspected to be engaged in cyber-enabled financial crimes across Tabora and Lashibi.
Authorities also recovered electronic devices believed to have played key roles in the criminal operations.
Sam George explained that the nature of the crimes, including Mobile Money fraud, romance scams, sextortion, wire fraud, and Business Email Compromise, poses a direct threat to citizens, businesses, and national confidence in digital platforms.
“These crimes undermine trust in our digital systems and place ordinary Ghanaians at financial risk,” he noted.
Beyond arrests, the Minister emphasised that investigations are ongoing, with forensic experts analysing seized devices to establish individual culpability.
“Forensic analysis of the seized devices is underway, and individuals found to be culpable will be processed in accordance with Ghanaian law,” he assured.
He also used the opportunity to clarify Ghana’s position on regional cooperation and hospitality, stressing that while the country values good neighbourliness, it will not tolerate criminal exploitation of its digital space.
“Ghana remains welcoming to all of our friends and neighbours interested in legitimate enterprise,” Sam George stated. “But if your intention is cybercrime, the state will act.”
The Minister concluded with a patriotic call for collective responsibility, reinforcing the need for national unity in confronting digital threats.
“For God and Country,” he declared.
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