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GIS Arrests 93 Nigerians in Devtraco Estate Anti-Fraud Raid, Rescues 73 Victims
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GIS Arrests 93 Nigerians in Devtraco Estate Anti-Fraud Raid, Rescues 73 Victims

The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has arrested 93 Nigerian nationals suspected of engaging in internet fraud and immigration offences during a major intelligence-led operation at Devtraco Estate. The suspects, made up of 91 males and two females, were picked up during a coordinated raid on six residential buildings within the estate, which authorities say were being used as operational bases for online fraud activities. According to the GIS, the operation was led by Deputy Superintendent of Immigration (DSI) Newman Akuffo of the Service’s National Operations unit. 73 Victims Rescued from Abuse During the raid, immigration officers also rescued 73 individuals believed to be victims who had reportedly been subjected to abuse and torture by the suspects. Officials say the vic...
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Government Boosts Ghana Immigration Service with 20 Vehicles
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Government Boosts Ghana Immigration Service with 20 Vehicles

The Government has reinforced the operational capacity of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) with the donation of twenty (20) Nissan Navara pickup vehicles to enhance mobility and efficiency across the country. The vehicles were officially handed over by the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, who said the support forms part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the country’s security architecture. He noted that improved mobility is critical to the effective discharge of the Service’s mandate, particularly in responding swiftly to operational demands. Hon. Muntaka stressed the importance of accountability and urged officers to ensure the vehicles are used strictly for official duties. He reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to resourcing security agencies in line ...
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Unrest at Hamile Border Post Brought Under Control – GIS
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Unrest at Hamile Border Post Brought Under Control – GIS

The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has confirmed that disturbances which broke out at the Hamile Border Post in the Upper West Region on Saturday evening have been brought under control. According to a statement issued by the Service, the incident, which occurred on September 13, 2025, involved some members of the local community and led to tensions at the border area. Management of the GIS assured the public, particularly residents of Hamile, that calm has since been restored with the support of other relevant security agencies. The Comptroller-General of Immigration, Mr. Samuel Basintale Amadu, has directed a full-scale investigation into the circumstances leading to the unrest. The Service emphasized that appropriate measures will be taken once the outcome of the investigation...
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GIS Warns Public Against Recruitment Scam on Social Media
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GIS Warns Public Against Recruitment Scam on Social Media

The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has cautioned the general public to be wary of a fraudulent recruitment advertisement circulating on social media. In a statement issued by the Service’s Public Affairs Department, GIS stressed that it is not undertaking any recruitment exercise and has not advertised the sale of e-vouchers for enlistment. According to the Service, the fake advert claims that recruitment e-vouchers are being sold for GHC 350.00 via a fraudulent short code, 422473#, with alleged sale periods running from August 27 to September 15 and August 27 to November 15, 2025. “The public is cautioned not to fall prey to this misleading advert,” the statement read. “The advert is fraudulent, and anyone who engages with these scammers does so at their own risk.” The GIS ma...
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