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Interior minister speaks on how the police is combatting cybercrime in Ghana

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Interior minister speaks on how the police is combatting cybercrime in Ghana

The Minister of the Interior, Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka, has stated that the Ghana Police Service (GPS) is making significant strides in combating cybercrime through the use of advanced technology, intelligence tools, and targeted training.

Speaking at the launch of Cybersecurity Awareness Month in Accra on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, he said the Police Service, through its Digital Crime and Cybersecurity Unit, is addressing cases ranging from mobile money fraud and online impersonation to sexual extortion and financial cybercrime.

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He noted that a modern forensic laboratory has been established to examine seized devices such as mobile phones, computers, and storage media, with the aim of producing credible evidence for successful prosecution.

“The modern digital forensic lab has been equipped to examine seized digital devices such as mobile phones, computers and storage media to ensure that credible evidence is produced in court to secure justice for victims.

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“The fight against cybercrime demands continued investment in equipment and knowledge. The Ghana Police Service is actively training investigators, forensic experts, and prosecutors in modern digital techniques, working with academia, professional institutions and international organisations such as Interpol. The service is building a new generation of cyber experts, equipped to handle the most sophisticated tricks,” he noted.

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