Ghana Prisons Service warns public over fraudsters posing as their top officials

The Ghana Prisons Service has issued a warning over a surge in social media impersonation scams.

They cautioned the public to be wary of fraudsters posing as high-ranking prison officials, including Director-General Patience Baffoe-Bonnie.

In a disclaimer dated May 4, 2026, and signed by the Head of Public Affairs at Prisons Headquarters, Janet Asabea, the Service revealed that some individuals are falsely presenting themselves as its officials to defraud unsuspecting citizens.

According to a report by adomonline.com on April 4, 2026, the Service stressed that it has not authorised anyone to solicit money, gifts, or personal information on its behalf through unofficial channels, particularly on social media.

“Refrain from making payments or sharing personal information with unverified persons,” the statement advised.

The Service further clarified that all recruitment processes and official engagements are conducted strictly through approved and publicly announced procedures.

“The Service does not demand payment at any stage of recruitment or for any official service,” the statement emphasised.

It reiterated that no individual has been authorised to request money, gifts, or personal information on its behalf via social media or any unofficial platform.

The public has been urged to remain vigilant, avoid engaging with suspicious individuals, and refrain from making payments or disclosing personal information to unverified sources.

Citizens are also encouraged to report suspected cases to the nearest police station or through official Ghana Prisons Service channels.

The Service warned that it will not be held liable for any losses resulting from dealings with impostors and noted that it is currently collaborating with the Ghana Police Service to track down and prosecute those responsible.

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