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The Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has announced the arrest of a romance scam syndicate operating in Kasoa, in Ghana’s Central Region, following a coordinated security operation.
The early-morning raid, carried out on Saturday, December 13, by the Cyber Security Authority in collaboration with National Security, led to the arrest of 32 Nigerian nationals allegedly linked to an organised cybercrime network.
Confirming the development in a social media post later the same day, the minister reiterated the government’s determination to intensify the fight against cybercrime and ensure that Ghana does not become a safe haven for digital fraudsters.
Commending the operatives involved, George said the operation delivered another significant blow to cybercriminal activities in the country, adding that the government would continue to support the Cyber Security Authority in strengthening enforcement and prevention efforts.
The latest arrests come just days after the apprehension of Ghanaian social media personality Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, in connection with a high-profile cyber fraud case.
Kumi, 31, who is known for flaunting cash and luxury properties on Snapchat, is accused of playing a central role in an alleged $8 million romance scam that targeted elderly Americans.
