‎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.

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‎​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.

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‎​“Creating, sharing, or promoting deepfake or fraudulent content targeting public figures constitutes a criminal offence under the laws of Ghana,” DCOP Ansah-Akrofi stated.

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‎​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.

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‎​Major Breakthrough: Two Arrested in Mahama Deepfake Scheme

‎​The announcement follows a successful sting operation by the CID’s Cybercrime Enforcement Team. Two suspects are currently in custody for allegedly using AI to mimic President John Dramani Mahama and First Lady Mrs. Lordina Mahama to defraud the public.

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‎​The Suspects & The Sting

‎​Ben Affegensa (alias Charisee Quentin), 41: Tracked through forensic social media analysis from Kasoa and apprehended at Kuproti on March 28.

‎​Michael Yogosa: Arrested the same day at a family funeral following hours of covert surveillance.

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‎He is linked to a network of accounts impersonating the First Lady.

‎​The fraudulent videos, which surfaced between March 26 and 27, reportedly used the likeness of the First Family to solicit "investment funds" from unsuspecting citizens.

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‎​The Legal Landscape: Act 1038

‎​While the deepfake technology is new, the consequences are firmly rooted in existing law. Under the Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038), the publication of false or misleading digital content is a criminal act. Offenders face heavy fines and potential custodial sentences.

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‎​Police Advice for the Public:

‎​Exercise Discernment: Do not share content from unverified or "fake" accounts.

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‎​Verify Before You Click: Be skeptical of public figures promoting investment opportunities via social media.

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‎​Report Fraud: Victims are urged to contact the Cybercrime Enforcement Team or their nearest police station immediately.

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‎​Additional Crime Briefs: Kidnappings, Robberies, and Threats

‎​In a wider sweep of criminal activity, DCOP Ansah-Akrofi confirmed several other high-stakes arrests:

‎​Judicial Threats: John Kwabena Owusu-Hadza, 49, was arrested in the Ashanti Region for allegedly threatening High Court judge Justice Patricia Fosu in a viral video.

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‎​Suhum Murder Case: Eric Kenny, 40, was apprehended for the stabbing death of 56-year-old Eno Kukri.

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‎​GH¢24 Million Jewelry Heist: Four suspects, including American national Justin Madden, have been nabbed in connection with a string of robberies in Accra and Takoradi. Police are still hunting for a receiver known as “Oyarifa.”


Reported By Azaglo Michael 

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