Director of the Ghana School of Law, Barima Yaw Kodie Oppong, has expressed concerns about the role of telecommunications networks in tackling mobile money fraud. According to him, the increasing cases of mobile money fraud raise questions about possible complicity on the part of the telcos.
Barima Oppong cited personal experiences where he was targeted by mobile money fraudsters. He believes that the telcos have a crucial role to play in preventing such incidents and ensuring the security of mobile money transactions.
The Director’s comments come amid growing concerns about mobile money fraud in Ghana. Many are questioning the effectiveness of the measures put in place by telcos to prevent such incidents.
Barima Oppong’s call for greater scrutiny of telcos’ role in mobile money fraud highlights the need for a more robust approach to addressing this issue. As the use of mobile money continues to grow in Ghana, it is essential that stakeholders work together to prevent fraud and protect users.