Twenty-eight foreign nationals and one landlord have been arrested by security forces. The arrests occurred at Pakyi Numbers One and Two in the Amansie West District of the Ashanti Region. This action was part of a security operation.
The Ghana Immigration Service and the Ghana Police Service conducted the operation. The Amansie West District Assembly also participated in the joint effort. The goal was to identify foreigners without legal documentation.
Officials stated the operation targeted individuals staying in the area without the necessary permits. Those arrested were taken into custody for further processing.
The operation focused on ensuring compliance with immigration laws. Authorities are investigating the status of the arrested foreign nationals.
The landlord was arrested for allegedly housing individuals without proper immigration status. This case will proceed according to Ghanaian law.
Further details regarding the nationalities of the arrested individuals were not immediately available.
The security services have indicated such operations will continue in the region. They aim to maintain national security and enforce immigration regulations.