We will track those who spread misinformation online - Dr Atta Boateng

The Acting Director-General of the National Signals Bureau, Dr George Atta Boateng, has revealed that the Bureau is closely monitoring social media platforms to identify and track individuals who deliberately spread misinformation aimed at disrupting public order.

He cautioned that offenders would face legal consequences and urged the public to verify information before sharing it online.

According to a report by citinewsroom.com on October 8, 2025, Dr Atta Boateng made the remarks at the inauguration of a new National Signals Bureau facility in Koforidua on Wednesday, October 8, 2025.

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The new facility is designed to strengthen the agency’s capacity to detect and respond swiftly to emerging security threats.

“I must also say that those who hide behind TikTok and Facebook to spread misinformation and disinformation to incite violence or chaos we will come after you no matter where you are. Initially, it used to take us 24 hours; now it is coming down to 12 hours. Our records speak for themselves,” he warned.

The facility is expected to enhance the Bureau’s intelligence-gathering and analysis functions as part of broader national efforts to safeguard public safety and maintain stability.

Speaking at the event, the National Security Coordinator, COP Osman Abdul Razak, announced that over 10,000 CCTV cameras have been installed nationwide to improve surveillance and crime prevention.

He explained that the Eastern Region will play a central role in the next phase of the surveillance network’s expansion.

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“The data and capabilities generated by this asset will be analysed in this very facility, making Koforidua a key place in our national security architecture,” COP Abdul Razak stated.

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