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141 Arrested in Major Cybercrime Bust at Tabora and Lashibi – Sam George
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Crime

141 Arrested in Major Cybercrime Bust at Tabora and Lashibi – Sam George

Ghana’s cybersecurity and law enforcement agencies have carried out a major coordinated operation targeting organised cybercrime networks involved in Mobile Money (MoMo) fraud and other cyber-enabled financial crimes. According to the Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation and Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Samuel Nartey George, the early-morning intelligence-led operation was conducted by the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) in collaboration with the Ghana Police Service, National Security, and the Ghana Immigration Service. The operation took place across Tabora and Lashibi, two areas identified as key hubs for the criminal networks. In Tabora alone, 100 suspects were arrested, while 41 suspects were apprehended in Lashibi, bringing the total number of...
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Gov’t Intensifies Crackdown on Cyber Fraud to Protect Ghana’s Image – Sam George
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Gov’t Intensifies Crackdown on Cyber Fraud to Protect Ghana’s Image – Sam George

The Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation and Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Samuel Nartey George, has commended the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) for another successful operation against cyber fraud, describing it as a major step in safeguarding Ghana’s digital space and international reputation. In a statement, the Minister congratulated the dedicated team at the Cyber Security Authority of Ghana, led by its Director-General, Divine Selase Agbeti, as well as the Authority’s Law Enforcement Unit, for what he described as a “surgical strike at the heart of cyber fraud.” According to Sam George, the latest operation, carried out on Wednesday, was executed in close collaboration with sister security agencies, including the Criminal Investigations Depar...
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DSTV Impasse: Minority Committee Members Fire Back at Sam George
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DSTV Impasse: Minority Committee Members Fire Back at Sam George

The ongoing debate over the DSTV subscription controversy has taken a new twist, as minority members of Parliament’s Committee on Communication and Information have issued a sharp rebuttal to comments made by Hon. Samuel Nartey George during an interview on JoyNews. In their statement, signed by the Ranking Member of the Committee, Hon. Matthew Nyindam, the minority accused the Ningo-Prampram MP of displaying “arrogance, disrespect, and pomposity” in his handling of the matter. According to the minority, they had formally written to the committee chairman—who is a majority member—requesting a meeting to address the DSTV impasse, but stressed that only the chairman has the authority to summon such meetings. The statement also recalled an earlier position taken by Hon. Sam George, i...
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MultiChoice Ghana Clarifies DStv Value Offering Following Joint Media Statement
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MultiChoice Ghana Clarifies DStv Value Offering Following Joint Media Statement

MultiChoice Ghana has issued a clarification on its DStv value offering following concerns raised over an earlier set of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) published on its website, which some subscribers interpreted as contradictory. The clarification comes in the wake of a recent joint press conference held with the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, the National Communications Authority (NCA), MultiChoice Africa, and MultiChoice Ghana. According to the company, the new value offering, which officially took effect today, 1st October 2025, is fully aligned with the joint media statement issued by the Honourable Minister, Samuel Nartey George. MultiChoice Ghana confirmed that implementation has already begun. The company further highlighted that, as agre...
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NCA Engages Multichoice Ghana on DStv Pricing Review
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NCA Engages Multichoice Ghana on DStv Pricing Review

The National Communications Authority (NCA) has confirmed that it has received Multichoice Ghana’s official response to its notice of intention to suspend the company’s authorisation and its request for details of their pricing model. In a statement issued on Sunday, the NCA said it has been engaging Multichoice Ghana following the company’s public statement of September 5, 2025. According to the Authority, key clarifications have since been made. Multichoice Ghana has agreed to the directive from the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations to establish a Stakeholder Committee to review DStv pricing in the country. The company further indicated its full commitment to participate in the process. The NCA added that Multichoice has assured it will respect due p...
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Sam George Backs NPP Minority’s Call for Engagement, Vows Fairness in DStv Price Concerns
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Sam George Backs NPP Minority’s Call for Engagement, Vows Fairness in DStv Price Concerns

The Minister for Communications and Member of Parliament, Hon. Sam George, has expressed appreciation for the call by the Minority in Parliament’s Communications Select Committee for engagement on the recent concerns surrounding pay-TV operator DStv. In a statement released on Monday, Hon. George reaffirmed his commitment to transparency and accountability, assuring the Committee that a comprehensive update will be provided after the Ministry concludes regulatory actions on August 7. “I have the utmost respect for my oversight Committee and assure the Committee as a whole that the Ministry will provide a full update when we complete our regulatory actions,” he said. According to the Minister, proactive steps had already been taken to engage DStv’s management over public complaints...
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Sam George Rejects DStv’s Proposal, Demands Price Reduction for Ghanaians
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Sam George Rejects DStv’s Proposal, Demands Price Reduction for Ghanaians

Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Hon. Samuel Nartey George, has strongly criticized MultiChoice Ghana, operators of DStv, for what he describes as blatant disregard for the plight of Ghanaian consumers amid recent price hikes for their satellite television services. In a statement released on Monday, Sam George declared that DStv Ghana’s response to public uproar over its recent 15% price increase only confirms his long-standing concerns — that the company does not take the Ghanaian people seriously. Drawing a comparison with Nigeria, the lawmaker noted that MultiChoice Nigeria was compelled to reverse similar price increases after legal action by Nigerian authorities and intervention by the House of Representatives. “They complied in Nigeria, but have chosen to ignore Ghanai...
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MultiChoice Ghana Responds to Minister’s Comments on DStv Pricing
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MultiChoice Ghana Responds to Minister’s Comments on DStv Pricing

MultiChoice Ghana, operators of DStv, has issued a formal response to recent remarks made by the Honourable Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Mr. Samuel Nartey George, concerning the company’s pricing structure in Ghana. In a statement signed by Managing Director Alex Okyere, MultiChoice expressed regret over the Minister’s position, stating that it does not reflect the spirit of good faith and open engagement the company has maintained in its dealings with both the Minister and the National Communications Authority (NCA). The company disclosed that it has made a proposal to both the Minister and the NCA suggesting an alternative avenue for further engagement in hopes of finding a resolution to the matter. Having operated in Ghana for over three decade...
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Ningo Traditional Council Rejects Alleged Establishment of Igbo Kingdom in Old Ningo, Calls for Government Intervention
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Ningo Traditional Council Rejects Alleged Establishment of Igbo Kingdom in Old Ningo, Calls for Government Intervention

The Ningo Traditional Council has issued a strong call for urgent government intervention following reports of an alleged attempt by a self-proclaimed King of the Igbos to establish a kingdom within the Ningo Paramountcy, specifically in Old Ningo. In a formal letter addressed to the Minister for Interior, routed through the Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, the Council expressed deep concern over media publications suggesting the creation of a new kingdom by a non-native on their ancestral lands. The letter, signed by HRM Nene Osragbo Djangmah XII—Paramount Chief and President of the Ningo Traditional Council—outlines several critical points reached after an emergency meeting on July 8, 2025. Key highlights from the letter include: Historic Hospitality and Territorial Int...
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Ghana Fencing Association President Meets Communication Minister
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Sports

Ghana Fencing Association President Meets Communication Minister

The President of the Ghana Fencing Association, Mr. Mohammed Mahadi, who is also the 3rd Vice President of the Ghana Olympic Committee, paid a courtesy call on Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations today. Mr. Mahadi was accompanied by two national team fencers, Eric Malik and Isaac Teinor and Administrator Ibrahim Yakubu.Mr. Mahadi briefed the Minister on the impact of fencing federations in his constituency and introduced the two fencers, who are part of the national team.Hon. Samuel Nartey George was impressed by their achievements, including winning a silver medal in the 2018 African Championships in Côte d'Ivoire. The fencers are currently preparing for the African Championship in Nigeria, the World Championship in Georgia and oth...
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