Ghana Police Service Praised for Effective Joint Crime Operations

The Ghana Police Service has received public acclaim for its effective crime prevention tactics, particularly through successful joint operations with foreign law enforcement. Notable achievements include rescuing kidnapped women in Nigeria and extraditing a notorious robber from Togo. These initiatives signal a significant improvement in the GPS’s crime-fighting capabilities under Inspector General COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno’s leadership.

The Ghana Police Service (GPS) has been receiving widespread acclaim from the public for its enhanced crime-fighting initiatives. This surge in respect is largely attributed to successful operations conducted in collaboration with international law enforcement agencies, resulting in the apprehension of various criminals. Many citizens now view these developments as a refreshing change, especially under the new leadership of Inspector General of Police, COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno.

Noteworthy incidents include the rescue of two women kidnapped in Nigeria and the extradition of an armed robbery suspect who had sought refuge in Togo. These operations reflect the GPS’s effectiveness in operating beyond national borders and achieving substantial results.

In a significant operation, the GPS partnered with Nigerian authorities to rescue Evelyn Serwaa Konadu, a prominent hairdresser, and Anastasia Baidoo. They had both been taken hostage, with their captors demanding ransom. The police revealed that both women had been lured into this predicament through romance scams.

The operation, which enlisted the cooperation of the National Signals Bureau and the Nigeria Police Force, highlighted the urgency of the situation after videos of the kidnapping garnered public attention. Concurrently, eight suspects linked to the kidnapping were arrested in both Ghana and Nigeria, signalling a strong cross-border effort against crime.

Additionally, the GPS secured the extradition of Adina Akpo Abdou Moudjibou, who was wanted in Accra for armed robbery. During a press event on May 17, 2025, DCOP Lydia Yaako Donkor, head of the Criminal Investigations Department, shared details of Moudjibou’s transfer from Togo to Ghana, where he has been accused of committing multiple robberies in affluent Accra neighborhoods.

Captured on CCTV during at least four incidents, Moudjibou had managed to evade authorities since January 2025 until Togo’s law enforcement apprehended him. His return followed the completion of legal formalities, showcasing effective cooperation between Ghanaian and Togolese authorities.

In a separate case, an extensive human trafficking ring was disrupted through a joint operation involving Interpol and law enforcement from Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire. This network had been targeting vulnerable populations from Ghana, Togo, Benin, and Burkina Faso, promising enticing job offers that ultimately led to their exploitation.

A total of 33 victims were successfully freed from their captors, who employed deceitful tactics to lure individuals. Victims reportedly paid as much as $9,000 in search of employment in Canada, only to be trafficked to Côte d’Ivoire instead.

In a disturbing twist, many victims were subjected to severe physical and psychological control, coerced into taking pictures in high-profile settings, and compelled to create false online personas that misrepresented their living conditions. Law enforcement undertook significant raids that began in February, unearthing the trafficking operations after two Ghanaian individuals sought aid after falling victim to the scheme.

Overall, the Ghana Police Service’s strides in collaboration with foreign entities highlight a committed approach to tackling crime. Their multifaceted operations have not only led to arrests but have also restored some sense of safety and responsiveness to public concern regarding criminal activities.

The Ghana Police Service is garnering positive recognition for its collaborative efforts in crime fighting, particularly through joint operations with international law enforcement agencies. The successful rescue of kidnapping victims and the extradition of a notorious robber, alongside the dismantling of a human trafficking ring, are all testament to this progress. Under the leadership of IGP Christian Tetteh Yohuno, the GPS is setting a new precedent for effective policing that engages with regional partners to address crime more effectively.

Original Source: www.ghanaweb.com