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Ghana has formally requested the extradition of a Russian man accused of secretly recording sexual encounters with women and sharing the videos online without their consent.
Local and international media have described the suspect as a self-styled “pick-up artist” and online blogger in his thirties who travelled to Ghana to secretly film interactions with women.
Reports suggest he used camera-equipped sunglasses to record some encounters, though Ghanaian authorities have not officially confirmed this.
Speaking on Saturday, Ghana’s Minister for Technology, Sam George, said he met with the Russian ambassador in Accra to discuss the case and seek Moscow’s cooperation in bringing the suspect to justice.
A Ghanaian official confirmed that initial investigations indicate the man has likely left the country but emphasised that it does not diminish the seriousness of the allegations or the state’s duty to pursue accountability.
George further stated that the authorities would use every available resource, including Interpol, to locate the man and ensure he is brought to justice under Ghanaian law.
He added that if the suspect does not return, Ghana may proceed with a trial in absentia.
“That gentleman will be looked for, we will activate every resource in our disposal working with Interpol.
“We will request the Russian authorities – and that is why I have invited the Russian ambassador – to work with our law enforcement.
“We want the gentleman to be brought back to Ghana, extradited to Ghana for him to face the rigours of our law.”
Local media indicate the same individual had previously been involved in similar cases in Kenya.
Under Ghana’s Cybersecurity Act 2020, anyone who publishes intimate images of children or adults without consent can face up to 25 years in prison.
