The Ghana Immigration Service has announced a new enforcement exercise in the Greater Accra Region aimed at tackling irregular migration, street begging, and possible cases of human trafficking.
According to the Service, the operation will involve targeted street sweeps in selected locations across Accra later this week, although the exact areas have not been disclosed for security reasons.
The exercise is expected to focus on rescuing vulnerable individuals, particularly children and distressed persons believed to be involved in exploitative begging activities.
At the same time, immigration officials will seek to identify and apprehend unregistered migrants as part of efforts to enforce Ghana’s immigration laws.
The GIS said the operation forms part of its broader mandate to protect vulnerable people, maintain orderly public spaces, and address concerns linked to trafficking and undocumented migration.
In a statement signed by Maud Anima Quainoo, the Service said the exercise was informed by lessons from previous operations and public feedback.
Authorities say the initiative underscores growing concern about the rise in street begging in major urban areas, particularly involving children and foreign nationals.
The Service has indicated that a detailed report will be released after the operation.
The planned exercise comes amid renewed calls for stronger action to address human trafficking, child exploitation, and the increasing presence of undocumented migrants in some parts of Accra.
