The Acting Director-General of the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), Divine Selase Agbeti, has declared an uncompromising war against cybercriminals, warning that Ghana will not be allowed to serve as a sanctuary for digital fraud, human trafficking, or other forms of online-enabled crimes.
In a strong statement of intent, Mr Agbeti reaffirmed the CSA’s commitment to protecting Ghana’s digital space and restoring public confidence in its integrity.
“As Acting Director-General of the Cyber Security Authority, I wish to reiterate our unwavering resolve to protect Ghana’s digital space and to disrupt criminal enterprises that seek to exploit it”.
Acting Director-General of the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), Divine Selase Agbeti
Mr Agbeti’s remarks come on the back of recent joint operations carried out between May and July 2025 in collaboration with the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service.
The operations targeted criminal networks exploiting cyberspace and have already yielded notable results. From Dodowa to Bortianor, Teshie-Nungua to Sege, security teams executed coordinated interventions that struck at the heart of organized cybercriminal activity.
The Acting CSA Director-General disclosed that the crackdowns led to the dismantling of human trafficking rings, the closure of cybercrime hubs, arrests of perpetrators, and the rescue and repatriation of victims.
He stressed that these interventions are not to be viewed as isolated victories but rather as part of a sustained enforcement agenda designed to make Ghana’s digital borders secure.
“These are not isolated interventions. They are part of a broader, long-term enforcement strategy. The message is simple: Ghana’s digital borders will not be left unguarded. Anyone engaging in cybercrime, whether foreign or local, will be found, investigated, and prosecuted”.
Acting Director-General of the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), Divine Selase Agbeti
The crackdown highlights the CSA’s growing role in safeguarding the nation’s cyberspace at a time when digital platforms have become both an enabler of innovation and a target for exploitation by criminals.
With online scams, trafficking, and financial fraud increasingly threatening Ghana’s social and economic systems, the CSA is positioning itself at the forefront of the national security architecture.
Agbeti also linked the CSA’s heightened vigilance to President John Dramani Mahama’s Reset Agenda, which has placed emphasis on restoring law, order, and public trust in state institutions. According to him, ensuring a secure digital ecosystem is a critical part of this national renewal effort.
“In alignment with H.E. President John Dramani Mahama’s Reset Agenda, the CSA is committed to restoring law, order, and integrity in Ghana’s digital space. A safe, secure, and resilient cyberspace is essential for rebuilding trust, enabling innovation, and protecting the most vulnerable in our society”.
Acting Director-General of the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), Divine Selase Agbeti
The Acting Director-General further called on citizens to actively participate in the fight against cybercrime by remaining vigilant and promptly reporting suspicious activities.
“To the public: continue to be vigilant. To our partners: we value your cooperation. To criminals: the window is closing,” he declared, underscoring the CSA’s readiness to act decisively against offenders.
For ease of reporting, he reminded the public that cyber incidents can be reported directly by calling or texting the dedicated short code 292.
Mr Agbeti’s hard-hitting stance reflects the increasing complexity of cyber threats facing Ghana. In recent years, the country has seen an upsurge in online fraud, scams targeting unsuspecting citizens, and the use of digital platforms for trafficking and money laundering.
These developments have raised concerns not only about national security but also about Ghana’s global reputation as a trusted digital hub in West Africa.
The coordinated operations with the CID mark an important step in demonstrating that Ghanaian authorities are prepared to confront these threats head-on.
By combining enforcement with prevention, the CSA aims to disrupt criminal enterprises while creating a more resilient cyber environment for businesses, institutions, and individuals.
For many citizens, the recent operations have provided a sense of reassurance that the state is taking concrete measures to reclaim digital spaces from criminals.
The dismantling of trafficking rings and the rescue of victims, in particular, underscores the human dimension of cyber-enabled crimes and the urgent need to safeguard vulnerable groups from exploitation.
Mr Agbeti’s declaration signals a readiness to confront these realities. His emphasis on long-term enforcement and cooperation with partners suggests that the CSA under his leadership will prioritize both proactive disruption of criminal activities and the creation of systems that make cyberspace more secure by design.
As Ghana’s reliance on digital platforms deepens, the success of the CSA’s campaign against cybercrime will be critical not only for protecting citizens but also for fostering an environment where trust, innovation, and digital transformation can thrive.
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