Ghana Police Service Declares War on AI Deepfakes: Two Arrested for Impersonating President Mahama
The Ghana Police Service has issued a stern ultimatum to digital creators and social media users: the era of "deepfake" impunity is over. In a high-profile press briefing held today,March 30, 2026 , authorities warned that the creation and circulation of artificial intelligence-generated misinformation will now lead straight to prosecution. Speaking on behalf of Inspector-General of Police Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, the Director-General of the Public Affairs Directorate, DCOP Grace Ansah-Akrofi, announced that the Service has significantly "beefed up" its online monitoring systems. “Creating, sharing, or promoting deepfake or fraudulent content targeting public figures constitutes a criminal offence under the laws of Ghana,” DCOP Ansah-Akrofi stated. The warning is specifically aimed at those who forward unverified videos and images across platforms like WhatsApp, Facebook, and TikTok, contributing to the spread of digital manipulation. ...