By Michael Pepsin Avorgah
Aflao (V/R), June 3, GNA – Mr Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, Minister of the Interior, has raised concern over the growing use of the Aflao and Akanu border corridors for human trafficking, following revelations that many rescued victims passed through the two entry points.
During a working visit to security agencies at the Aflao border, the Minister disclosed that 714 victims of human trafficking had been rescued in 2025, all of whom were traced through the Aflao–Akanu corridor.
According to him, about 97 per cent of the victims specifically identified Aflao as their point of transit, highlighting the strategic vulnerability of the border and the need for enhanced surveillance.
Mr Mohammed-Mubarak said investigations had also led to the arrest of several perpetrators, including 90 foreign nationals, underscoring the transnational nature of the crime.
He noted that operational challenges, particularly power outages affecting border systems, were contributing to gaps in monitoring movements across the corridor.
The Minister explained that when network systems go down, officers are unable to fully capture data on persons crossing the border, creating opportunities for traffickers to operate undetected.
He assured that the Government was considering interventions, including alternative power solutions such as solar energy, to ensure the continuous operation of border management systems.
Mr Mohammed-Mubarak commended officers of the Ghana Immigration Service and other security agencies for their efforts in combating human trafficking, drug smuggling and other transnational crimes.
He urged continued vigilance and stronger collaboration among security agencies to enhance border security and protect vulnerable persons from exploitation.
The Minister said the Government would intensify efforts to address identified challenges and strengthen surveillance and enforcement measures along the corridor.
GNA
Edited by Maxwell Awumah/Audrey Dekalu