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Sam George warns human traffickers behind cybercrime syndicates
The Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has cautioned syndicates involved in trafficking foreign nationals into Ghana to engage in cyber fraud that they will be tracked down and brought to justice.
He gave the warning at the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) auditorium in Accra on Wednesday during the media launch of the 2025 National Cyber Security Awareness Month (NCSAM), which is being held under the theme “Building a Safe, Informed, and Accountable Digital Space.”
According to the Minister, recent joint operations between the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) and the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) have led to several arrests.
He disclosed that just last month, 39 suspects were arrested at Adom City Estate, Tema Community 25, in the Greater Accra Region, while earlier operations between May and July 2025 resulted in the arrest of 65 suspects, including 49 foreign nationals.
Mr George explained that many of the foreign nationals were trafficked into the country and later forced to take part in sophisticated online fraud schemes.
He described the practice as a serious crime that undermines Ghana’s digital security and international reputation.
He stressed that government, through the CSA and law enforcement agencies, will continue to intensify efforts to dismantle such syndicates and protect victims of trafficking.
By: Jacob Aggrey
President John Dramani Mahama has visited the Akosombo Dam to assess the impact of a fire incident at a substation operated by the Ghana Grid Company.
The fire is reported to have caused the loss of more than 1,000 megawatts from the national power grid, affecting electricity supply in parts of the country.
During the visit, he inspected ongoing restoration works and received briefings from engineers on efforts to restore power. He commended them for what he described as a swift and professional response to the situation.
According to him, the government remains committed to restoring stable electricity supply as quickly as possible.
He added that steps are also being taken to strengthen the resilience of Ghana’s energy infrastructure to prevent similar incidents in the future.
The Ghana Grid Company has not yet provided a detailed timeline for full restoration, but work is ongoing to bring affected systems back on stream.
By: Jacob Aggrey
Ghana’s Finance Minister, Cassiel Ato Forson, says he and his deputy have publicly filed their annual tax returns to demonstrate leadership and encourage compliance among citizens.
In a facebook post, he explained that the move was meant to show that public officials must lead by example when it comes to fulfilling civic duties.
“Leadership must be demonstrated, not declared,” he said.
He commended Ghanaian taxpayers for their continued contribution to national development, noting that tax compliance plays a key role in sustaining government activities.
According to him, paying taxes is both a legal and moral responsibility. He stressed that all citizens, including public officials, professionals, and businesses, are equal before the law and must meet their tax obligations.
He added that tax revenue is essential for funding key sectors such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, and security.
The minister praised the Ghana Revenue Authority for its work, especially during the ongoing Tax and Good Governance Month in April. He said the initiative helps to educate the public and promote voluntary compliance.
He urged the authority to intensify public education and continue reforms aimed at simplifying tax processes, reducing compliance costs, and improving transparency.
He further encouraged individuals and businesses that are yet to file their returns to do so promptly, adding that support systems and digital platforms are available to assist them.
He said building a strong tax culture would strengthen the country’s economy, improve accountability, and promote fairness in society.
By: Jacob Aggrey
