There should be more security patrol in communities to avert mobile money robberies – Kingsley Amoako, Mobile Money Advocacy Group
Kingsley Amoako, a prominent figure in the Mobile Money Advocacy Group, has called for increased security patrols in communities across the country to prevent the growing number of mobile money-related robberies. Amoako emphasizes that enhancing security measures will not only safeguard the lives and property of mobile money agents but also help preserve the trust of users who rely on these services.
Mobile money has transformed the way people conduct financial transactions, especially in regions where traditional banking infrastructure is limited. With mobile money, individuals can transfer funds, pay bills, and perform a variety of other financial activities using their mobile phones. The ease and accessibility of these services have made them particularly popular in rural and underserved communities.
However, this convenience has also attracted criminal elements. Mobile money agents, who facilitate transactions for customers, are often targeted for their cash reserves. Mobile money users, too, have been victims of robberies, particularly when withdrawing or transferring large sums of money. These attacks, often violent in nature, leave victims traumatized and with significant financial losses.
Kingsley Amoako speaking on Kessben TV’s Maakye with Kwame Appiah Kubi argued that the increasing frequency of mobile money-related robberies calls for immediate action. In his recent statement, he highlighted the importance of deploying more security personnel to patrol communities, particularly in areas with high mobile money activity. “We cannot allow this situation to persist,” Amoako stated. “The safety of mobile money agents and users is paramount, and it is the responsibility of both the government and security agencies to ensure that communities are secure.”
Amoako’s advocacy underscores the vulnerability of mobile money agents, who often work alone or in small shops in neighborhoods where security presence may be minimal. Without a strong security presence, these agents become easy targets for armed robbers looking to exploit the cash flow associated with mobile money transactions.
WATCH VIDEO BELOW:
