The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has interdicted six of its officers after a viral social media video captured them verbally assaulting and showing open disrespect to a senior officer at the Offinso Inland Checkpoint in the Ashanti Region.
The incident occurred on November 25, 2025, when the senior officer who identified himself as a Deputy Commissioner of Immigration (DC01) was travelling in a commercial vehicle and encountered the officers on duty.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the GIS described the behaviour seen in the video as gross misconduct, noting that the actions of the officers fell far below the standards expected of personnel of the Service.
The Service cited verbal assault, lack of civility, and blatant insubordination as breaches of the GIS Code of Conduct and contrary to the Service’s ongoing emphasis on professionalism, courtesy and respect in the handling of travellers and the execution of official duties.
The Comptroller-General of Immigration reaffirmed that professionalism, respect for authority, and integrity remain core values of the Service. He stressed that any acts that undermine these principles would attract swift and decisive sanctions.
The interdicted officers will face further internal investigations as part of the disciplinary process.
The GIS apologised to the public for the embarrassment caused by the incident and assured citizens of its commitment to maintaining high standards of discipline and accountability.
It added that the Service remains dedicated to strengthening public trust and ensuring that all officers conduct themselves in a manner befitting the uniform and the institution they represent.
Source: www,kumasimail.com
