The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has interdicted six officers for gross misconduct following the circulation of a viral video on social media showing the officers verbally assaulting a superior officer.
The superior officer, who identified himself as a Deputy Commissioner of Immigration (DC01), was travelling as a passenger on a commercial vehicle when the incident occurred on November 25, 2025, at the Offinso Inland Checkpoint, where the officers were on duty.
GIS in a statement issued on November 28, 2025 said the behaviour captured in the video—including verbal assault, lack of civility, and open disrespect toward a superior—falls far below the standards expected of GIS personnel.
The Service described the conduct as “unacceptable”, particularly given its continuous emphasis on professionalism and decorum in the handling of travelers and execution of official duties.
GIS noted that the actions of the officers constitute a clear breach of the Service’s Code of Conduct and cannot be tolerated.
The Comptroller-General of Immigration reaffirmed that professionalism, respect for authority, and integrity remain core values of the Service, adding that any conduct undermining these principles will be met with swift and decisive sanctions.
The Service apologised for any embarrassment caused to the public and assured citizens of its commitment to upholding high standards of discipline, professionalism, and accountability.
Management of GIS has since initiated investigations into the matter, assuring that appropriate measures will be taken in accordance with the Ghana Immigration Service Regulations 2016 (L.I. 2245).
