The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has arrested approximately 50 Nigerian nationals during a dawn raid at McCarthy Hills in the Ga South Municipality of Greater Accra. The operation, carried out on Thursday, July 24, 2025, followed credible intelligence on alleged human trafficking and cyber fraud activities.
A statement signed by Assistant Commissioner of Immigration (ACI) M. Amoako-Atta, Head of Public Affairs, confirmed the arrests and detailed the nature of the operation.
Intelligence-Led Operation
According to GIS, the suspects were residing illegally in the country, with several reportedly trafficked into Ghana under false pretenses. Intelligence revealed that some victims were coerced by facilitators into engaging in online fraud.
“The Ghana Immigration Service, in the early hours of today, July 24, 2025, conducted a special operation at McCarthy Hills in the Ga South Municipality,” the statement read. “The operation was based on intelligence gathered on the illegal stay of some foreign nationals in the area, some of whom were trafficked into the country and forced into cyber fraud by their facilitators.”
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Landlord Detained
The landlord of the apartment where the activities allegedly took place was also apprehended during the operation. Authorities believe the property served as the base for the illegal operations.
Ongoing Investigation
The Immigration Service has launched a comprehensive investigation to determine the full extent of the suspected trafficking and cybercrime network. GIS has assured the public of regular updates as the case develops.
