The Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Mr Samuel George, has issued a stern warning to Ghanaians involved in assisting foreign nationals to illegally acquire Ghanaian passports and Ghana Cards, stressing that offenders will face the full rigour of the law.
According to the Minister, facilitating the illegal acquisition of Ghanaian identity documents constitutes a serious criminal offence, and security agencies are determined to deal decisively with those found culpable.
Speaking during an interview on Channel One Newsroom on Saturday, December 27, Mr George cautioned citizens to desist from the practice, stating that investigations are already underway to build solid cases against offenders.
“I want to send a clear message of caution to Ghanaians who help other nationals to acquire Ghanaian nationality through passport and Ghana Card, that is a criminal offence. We’re building a solid case on that,” he said.
He added that once the law takes its course, no amount of pleading would prevent prosecution, noting that enforcement would be carried out regardless of the status or location of those involved.
