Ghanaian authorities raid Accra suburbs, seizing laptops, phones, and detaining 141 Nigerians linked to online fraud and cybercrime networks.
Ghanaian Government have arrested 141 Nigerians in a pre-dawn crackdown on alleged cybercrime networks operating in the capital. The operation, intelligence-led and coordinated across multiple suburbs, targeted Lashibi and Tabora, resulting in 100 arrests in Tabora and 41 in Lashibi.
Officials also detained a Ghanaian landlord who reportedly housed approximately 100 of the suspects. Authorities recovered 38 laptops and 150 mobile phones believed to have been used in a range of cybercrime activities, including mobile money fraud, romance scams, sextortion, business email compromise, and wire fraud.
“This is a decisive action against cybercriminals operating in our country,” said a spokesperson for Ghana’s security services. “While Ghana remains welcoming to law-abiding visitors, anyone engaged in illegal online activity will face swift and thorough enforcement.”
The operation reflects growing concern across West Africa about transnational cybercrime, which has increasingly targeted individuals, businesses, and financial institutions in multiple countries. Authorities said forensic analysis of the seized devices is ongoing and may lead to further arrests or legal action.
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The crackdown is part of a broader initiative by Ghanaian law enforcement to dismantle online fraud networks. Over the past year, the country has strengthened its cybersecurity and investigative capabilities, partnering with international agencies to track cross-border criminal activity.
Security experts emphasize that the operation sends a clear signal to cybercriminals exploiting digital platforms. “These arrests highlight the seriousness with which Ghana treats cybercrime,” said an independent cybersecurity analyst. “It also underscores the need for continued vigilance by governments, businesses, and individuals.”
Local residents in the affected neighborhoods expressed relief that authorities acted decisively. Witnesses described seeing early-morning raids with security operatives moving systematically to apprehend suspects and secure electronic evidence.
Authorities stressed that while the investigation continues, Ghana remains open to legitimate tourists, business travelers, and expatriates. Officials are urging visitors and residents to report suspicious activity and cooperate with law enforcement to maintain the country’s safety and reputation.
The operation is expected to serve as a template for future cybercrime interventions in Ghana and the wider West African region, as governments seek to curb online fraud that increasingly spans international borders.
