Ghana and Nigeria have renewed their commitment to work together to curb cybercrime, following concerns about the growing number of Nigerians arrested in Ghana over online fraud and related offences.
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Mr Samuel Nartey George, met with the Nigerian High Commissioner to Ghana, Ambassador Ibok Ete Ekwe Iban, in Accra on February 16, 2026, to discuss practical steps to tackle the problem and strengthen cooperation between the two countries.
The meeting comes in the wake of Ghana’s recent crackdown on cybercrime, which has led to several arrests. The development has raised concerns on both sides, not only about criminal activity but also about the image of law abiding citizens who live and work peacefully across borders.
Mr Samuel Nartey George stressed the need for closer collaboration to safeguard Ghana’s digital space and ensure that criminal networks do not exploit the strong social and economic ties between the two nations. He noted that cybercrime undermines public trust, harms businesses and threatens national security.
Ambassador Ibok Ete Ekwe Iban acknowledged the seriousness of the issue and expressed concern over the arrests. He pledged Nigeria’s readiness to address the root causes of the problem, including strengthening cooperation on intelligence sharing and border security. He also emphasised the importance of protecting the reputation of Nigerians who contribute positively to Ghanaian society.
The High Commissioner urged Nigerians living in Ghana to act as good ambassadors of their country and respect the laws of their host nation.
Both officials reaffirmed the long standing relationship between Ghana and Nigeria and agreed that joint action, sustained dialogue and mutual respect are essential to tackling cybercrime effectively.
The engagement signals a shared resolve by Accra and Abuja to promote a safer digital environment while preserving the strong bond between their people.
