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GACL initiates crackdown on extortion menace as tourist influx for December festivities soar

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GACL initiates crackdown on extortion menace as tourist influx for December festivities soar

In a bid to salvage Ghana’s standing as a premier tourist destination, the Ghana Airport Company Limited (GACL) has launched a stringent crackdown on extortion activities plaguing the Kotoka International Airport. As the nation anticipates an influx of visitors for the “December in GH” festivities and Christmas celebrations, authorities are doubling down on eradicating illicit practices that mar the travel experience.

Since President Akufo-Addo declared the “Year of Return” in 2019, followed by the “Beyond the Return” initiative in 2020, Ghana has witnessed a notable surge in December visitors. However, this uptick has unfortunately coincided with a purported rise in extortion complaints filed by travelers utilizing the country’s airports. Industry insiders contend that these extortion incidents undermine Ghana’s aspirations to be recognized as a world-class tourist destination.

Two confidential letters from Colonel E. Akohene Mensah (RTD), the Director of Aviation Security at GACL, have come to light, revealing investigations into alleged extortion activities by two airport personnel. The implicated individuals, one a contract staff member of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), and the other an employee of Kotoka International Airport (KIA), were reportedly captured on CCTV extorting varying sums in both local and foreign currencies from passengers.

According to Asaase News, the security officials at GACL conducted thorough investigations following complaints from two passengers. The findings led to the permanent removal of the two airport workers from their positions.

“Extortion is unacceptable by the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) standards and tarnishes the image of the airport. AVSEC has retrieved the airport ID cards of the officers, and they will not be permitted to work at any of the airports manned by GACL in Ghana,” read the two GACL letters.

The GACL’s unequivocal response underscores its commitment to upholding international standards and ensuring a secure and reputable travel experience for all passengers. As Ghana endeavors to strengthen its position on the global tourism stage, addressing such malpractices becomes imperative to foster confidence among visitors and stakeholders alike.

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In light of these developments, the GACL’s proactive stance sends a clear signal that efforts are underway to fortify Ghana’s tourism sector, safeguarding its reputation as an attractive and hospitable destination.

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