In a recent intelligence-led operation, the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) successfully apprehended 93 Nigerian nationals suspected of participating in internet fraud and immigration-related offenses. This operation took place in the Devtraco Estate area of Accra and was spearheaded by Deputy Superintendent of Immigration, Newman Akuffo, from GIS’s National Operations Directorate. The extensive operation targeted six specific houses where the fraudulent activities were believed to be concentrated.

In addition to the arrests, the GIS operation resulted in the rescue of 73 individuals who had reportedly endured severe abuse and exploitation at the hands of the suspects. These victims were found under alarming conditions, indicating the severity of the situation they faced. The Deputy Commissioner of Immigration, Maud Anima Quainoo, emphasized the importance of such operations in combating organized crime and protecting vulnerable individuals from exploitation.

This crackdown not only highlights the challenges posed by cross-border crime and human trafficking in the region but also reflects Ghana’s commitment to law enforcement and the protection of human rights. Such operations are crucial in deterring similar activities and sending a strong message that authorities are vigilantly monitoring and acting against fraud and the abuse of vulnerable populations.