Ghana has repatriated 120 Nigerian nationals who were allegedly trafficked into the country and compelled to participate in cybercrime activities, following a security operation targeting suspected criminal networks.
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Sam George, announced the development in a Facebook post on Tuesday, October 13, 2026.
The operation, known as #OperationCyberhunt, was spearheaded by the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) in partnership with Ghanaian security and intelligence agencies, as well as law enforcement counterparts in the United Kingdom, Nigeria and the United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
According to Mr George, the individuals were brought to Ghana through trafficking and subsequently forced to engage in cybercrime operations.
He expressed gratitude to the Ghana Air Force and the Ministry of Defence for their assistance in facilitating the return of the 120 individuals to Nigeria.
Equipment seized during operation
The operation resulted in the seizure of a range of items believed to be connected to the suspected criminal activities.
Mr George disclosed that investigators recovered 136 mobile phones, 130 laptops, internet connectivity devices, four vehicles and other digital equipment.
Among the vehicles seized was one reportedly stolen from Canada. Authorities also recovered jewellery and 10 Nigerian passports during the operation.
The minister further revealed that eight other individuals were being processed for prosecution. However, he did not specify the charges they might face or indicate whether they were among those arrested during the exercise.
Government reiterates commitment to fighting cybercrime
Mr George said the operation demonstrated the government’s resolve to combat cybercrime and prevent Ghana from becoming a haven for criminal networks.
“Ghana under President John Dramani Mahama will remain an unfavourable destination for cyber criminals,” he said.
The operation underscores the importance of international cooperation in tackling cybercrime and addressing the trafficking of people allegedly exploited by criminal networks.
Authorities have yet to release further information on the identities of the 120 Nigerians or the specific cybercrime activities they were allegedly forced to undertake.
