The police have arrested 41 suspects for allegedly engaging in unauthorized foreign exchange trading.
Acting on credible intelligence, a joint operation led by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) Operations Unit and the Bank of Ghana targeted illegal foreign‑exchange (forex) trading hotspots across Accra on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, conducting raids at locations in Tudu, Circle, Airport, and Osu.
The arrest included both Ghanaian and foreign nationals, for unauthorized foreign exchange trading.
Commissioner of Police (COP ) Lydia Yaako Donkor, Director‑General of the CID, announced the development in a Facebook post urging the public to conduct all foreign exchange business exclusively through licensed banks and authorized institutions.
“The public is advised to transact all foreign exchange business through licensed banks and authorized institutions only,” Madam Donkor emphasized, highlighting efforts to regulate forex activities and curb illegal trading.
The authorities have pledged to continue monitoring and investigating illicit financial activities to protect the integrity of Ghana’s financial system.
