“I chose to be called greedy” – Sukparu recounts cyber fraud attempt as Ghana records 3,876 cybersecurity incidents
By Marcella Mwinkoma Babing Deputy Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations and Member of Parliament for Sissala West, Mohammed Adams Sukparu, has recounted how his attempt to prevent a constituent from falling victim to a suspected cyber fraud scheme earned him accusations of being a “greedy” politician. Speaking at the official opening of the […]
Deputy Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Mohammed Adams Sukparu, recounted a cyber fraud attempt in Ghana that led to accusations of greed. The incident involved a young man from Sissala West who was contacted by someone posing as a former high school classmate in the United States. The supposed friend offered to help the young man travel to the U.S. for a fee, leading the family to pay GH¢10,000.
Sukparu, concerned about the situation, warned the family against the scam. However, the family disagreed and later sent the money to the alleged agent. The young man was supposed to travel to Accra for a meeting at the U.S. Embassy, but the plan never materialized. The matter was reported to the Cyber Security Authority, which is currently investigating the case.
Sukparu highlighted the importance of verifying online interactions and urged Ghanaians to be cautious when sharing personal information online. In Ghana, there have been 3,876 cybersecurity incidents between January and July 2026, with 47 percent linked to online fraud. The Cyber Security Authority is urging collaboration among various stakeholders to strengthen cybersecurity and protect the country's digital finance ecosystem.
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