Terlabi Calls for Stronger Action Against Cybercrime
Deputy Minister for the Interior, Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi, has called for stronger collaboration among security agencies, government institutions, businesses and the public to combat cybercrime and protect Ghana’s digital financial ecosystem.
He said cybersecurity had become a critical aspect of national security as more Ghanaians increasingly rely on digital platforms for financial transactions, business activities and public services.
Mr Terlabi made the call in Accra at the launch of the 2026 National Cyber Security Awareness Month, held under the theme, “Securing Ghana’s Digital Finance Ecosystem: Building Trust through Collaboration and Cyber Resilience.”
He stressed the need for timely intelligence-sharing, enhanced digital forensics, coordinated investigations and stronger support for the prosecution of cybercrime cases.
The Deputy Minister also urged the public to protect their passwords, PINs and verification codes, verify requests for money before making payments and avoid clicking on unfamiliar links or responding to suspicious messages.
He further encouraged individuals to safeguard their personal information and promptly report suspected cybercrime incidents to the relevant authorities.
Mr Terlabi called on businesses and financial institutions to strengthen their cybersecurity systems, train staff and customers on digital safety and engage the appropriate authorities promptly when cyber incidents occur.
He said the Ministry of the Interior remained committed to working with the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), Ghana Police Service and other stakeholders to strengthen the country’s capacity to prevent, investigate and respond to cyber-enabled crime.
He urged all stakeholders to use the awareness month as a call to action and take responsibility for securing the digital platforms and spaces they use daily.
By Esther Padmore Amonoo
