A joint security operation by the Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team of the Ghana Police Service and the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has resulted in the arrest of twelve Nigerian nationals suspected to be involved in organised cyber fraud and human trafficking activities.
The coordinated operation, which took place on March 12, 2026, was carried out by officers from the Police Headquarters Cyber Vetting Team, the Surveillance Unit of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), and the Amasaman Sector Command of the Ghana Immigration Service.
The operation was led by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Malaika Jibril Alhassan of the Police Headquarters and Superintendent Francis Baidoo of the GIS Amasaman Sector Command.
According to security sources, six other Nigerian suspects are currently on the run and are being pursued for immigration-related offences contrary to the laws of the Republic of Ghana.
Items Retrieved
A search conducted at the suspects’ premises led to the retrieval of several items believed to be tools used for cybercrime activities. These included 25 laptop computers and seven mobile phones, which are expected to assist investigators in ongoing forensic examinations.
Attempt to Obstruct Arrest
During the operation, the suspects reportedly attempted to obstruct law enforcement officers by releasing German Shepherd dogs against them. However, reinforcement from the Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team and the CID Surveillance Unit ensured the operation proceeded without major disruption.
Suspected Criminal Activities
Preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects were involved in multiple forms of cyber-related offences, including:
- Internet fraud and online scams
- Identity theft
- Email and phishing fraud
- Mobile Money (MoMo) fraud
- Cyber extortion and blackmail
- Credit card and ATM fraud
- Electronic forgery
Authorities say these offences fall under several legal frameworks in Ghana, including the Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038), the Electronic Transactions Act, 2008 (Act 772), the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29), the Data Protection Act, 2012 (Act 843), and the Ghana Immigration Service Regulations (L.I. 2245).
Security officials noted that the operation highlights the growing link between cybercrime networks and transnational migration activities, underscoring the need for stronger intelligence and inter-agency cooperation.
The Ghana Police Service has reaffirmed its commitment to intelligence-led operations, collaboration among security agencies, and strict enforcement of the law to protect national security and safeguard Ghana’s digital and migration systems.
Investigations are ongoing while efforts continue to apprehend the remaining suspects at large.
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