A Circuit Court has handed down a ten-year jail sentence to two Chinese nationals. The men were convicted of illegal fishing.
The court found them guilty of conducting fishing operations within Ghanaian waters without proper authorization.
In addition to the prison terms, the court also imposed a fine on the convicted individuals.
The arrests and subsequent sentencing follow efforts by authorities to protect Ghana's marine resources.
Illegal fishing poses a significant threat to the livelihoods of local fishermen and the sustainability of fish stocks.
The Judicial Service oversees such cases to ensure justice and uphold national laws.
This action highlights the consequences for individuals who disregard regulations governing Ghana's exclusive economic zone.