Authorities have arrested 28 foreign nationals and their landlord in the Amansie West District of the Ashanti Region. The operation took place at Pakyi Numbers One and Two.
The Ghana Immigration Service and the Ghana Police Service led the joint security operation. The Amansie West District Assembly also participated in the exercise.
The main goal was to identify and apprehend any foreign nationals residing in the area without the required legal documents. Officials sought to enforce immigration laws.
Those arrested were found to be staying in the community without valid permits or visas. The landlord was apprehended for allegedly housing individuals illegally.
Information about the specific nationalities of the foreign nationals was not immediately released. Investigations into their status are ongoing.
The security agencies stated that such operations are routine to ensure national security and proper regulation of foreign residents. They confirmed the arrests were made during the day.
Further actions are expected pending verification of documents and immigration status. This may include deportation for those found to be in the country unlawfully.
The operation highlights ongoing efforts to control illegal immigration and related security concerns within the region. Authorities vowed to continue monitoring the area.