141 Nigerians Arrested in Tabora and Lashibi for Alleged MoMo Fraud, Other Cyber Crimes
The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has arrested 141 Nigerians for believed to be involved in various cybercrimes.
The Authority conducted a coordinated early-morning operation targeting organised cybercrime networks in collaboration with the Ghana Immigration Service and the Ghana Police Service.
A statement issued by the Minister for Communication on December 27, 2025, said they were involved in Mobile Money (MoMo) fraud and Business Email Compromise (BEC) scams, Romance scams, Sextortion and Wire fraud.
One hundred of the suspects were arrested in Tabora, while 41 suspects were apprehended in Lashibi.
“Law enforcement agencies also recovered 38 laptops and 150 mobile phones, suspected to have been used in the commission of cyber-enabled financial crimes.”
In addition, the statement said the Ghanaian landlord who accommodated 100 of the suspects in his house was apprehended.
The Minister reported that forensic analysis of the seized devices is underway, vowing to prosecute individuals found culpable in accordance with Ghanaian law.
“The public is urged to remain vigilant, report suspicious digital activities, and continue to support national efforts to combat cybercrime.”
“Ghana remains welcoming to all of our friends and neighbours interested in legitimate enterprise. However, if you are interested in committing a cybercrime, we will find you, arrest you, and deal with you decisively according to our laws.”
Story by Hajara Fuseini
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