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Linda Agyemang
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The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has issued a warning to the public about a growing number of fraudulent social media accounts, particularly on Facebook, falsely impersonating the Comptroller-General of Immigration, Mr. Samuel Basintale Amadu.
In a statement issued on Saturday, June 21, 2025, the GIS described the accounts as “fraudulent” and cautioned the public to avoid engaging with them.
“The attention of the Ghana Immigration Service has been drawn to fraudulent social media accounts, especially on Facebook, falsely impersonating the Comptroller-General of Immigration (CGI), Mr. Samuel Basintale Amadu,” the statement read.
The Service indicated that the imposters behind these fake accounts are using the Comptroller-General’s image and identity to deceive unsuspecting members of the public, warning that any interactions with such platforms are done at the individual’s own risk.
“We wish to state unequivocally that the Comptroller-General of Immigration does not own or operate any Facebook account, and the public is strongly advised not to engage with them,” it added.
The Comptroller-General, Mr. Amadu, has completely disassociated himself from these accounts and any content or communication originating from them.
The Service has encouraged the public to seek information only through its verified communication channels and to report suspicious accounts to the appropriate authorities.
For further clarification or to report such incidents, the GIS has directed the public to reach out via its official contact line, 0555027024, or email at [email protected].