The Government of Ghana has activated international law enforcement cooperation through INTERPOL in its investigation into a Russian national accused of secretly recording and distributing intimate videos of Ghanaian women without their consent.
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, disclosed the development in a Facebook post on February 18.
“This morning, together with my Honourable Colleague, Naa Momo Lartey, 𝐏𝐡𝐃, Minister for Gender, Children & Social Protection, we engaged the Russian Ambassador to Ghana.
We had very fruitful deliberations where we presented information available to us with relation to Vladislav Luilkov – the Russian national who is alleged to have engaged in non-consensual recording of ladies.”
“My Colleague and I reiterate our commitment to using all legal means at our disposal to ensure that s.67 of the Cyber Security Act, 2020 (Act 1038), is upheld and the protections of Ghanaian citizens are enforced at all times.
Working with the Ghana Police CID, we have activated international legal action through INTERPOL to ensure that once the individual sets foot outside Russia, we have a legal route to make him answer for his actions within Ghana.”
In a statement accompanying his post, it was noted that Sam George and Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, held a high-level meeting with the Russian Ambassador to Ghana, Sergei Berdnikov to formally brief the Embassy on ongoing investigations into a Russian national alleged to have secretly recorded Ghanaian women and distributed the footage online without their consent.
“The joint engagement forms part of Government’s ongoing efforts to protect citizens and ensure accountability in a matter being treated strictly as a cybercrime under Ghanaian law,” it read.
The statement continued, “Preliminary investigations by Ghana’s cybersecurity and law enforcement agencies indicate that the suspect allegedly recorded private encounters without consent for publication and subsequently monetised the content through online platforms. Authorities have initiated steps to trace digital and financial evidence linked to the case.”
The Ministers stressed that the matter is being pursued strictly as a criminal offence.
“The Ministers emphasised that the matter is not one of morality or private relationships but a clear criminal offence under Section 67 of the Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038), which prohibits the non-consensual recording and dissemination of intimate images. They further note that investigations extend to any individuals, whether foreign or Ghanaian, who may have redistributed the illegal material.”
Given the international nature of the case, Government confirmed that diplomatic and international enforcement mechanisms have been triggered.
“Given the cross-border nature of the case, Government has activated diplomatic and international law enforcement cooperation, including engagement with INTERPOL and relevant security agencies. The Ministers reaffirmed that while Ghana respects the sovereign legal processes of the Russian Federation, Government remains resolute in its constitutional duty to protect its citizens and will pursue all lawful avenues to ensure justice.”
“In his response, the Russian Ambassador acknowledged receipt of the formal brief and confirmed that the information would be transmitted to authorities in Moscow. He noted that while there is no extradition treaty between Ghana and Russia, the alleged conduct would also be considered criminal under Russian law and assured Ghana of continued diplomatic cooperation.”
The Ministers also warned the public against circulating the footages.
“The public is urged to refrain from sharing or redistributing the illegal material, as such actions constitute criminal offences under Ghanaian law.”
They further stated, “President John Dramani Mahama’s government remains committed to safeguarding the dignity, privacy, and rights of all citizens and will provide further updates as investigations progress.”
To support affected victims, the Gender Ministry informed them of an established dedicated support desk.
“To victims affected by this act, the Gender Children and Social Protection Ministry has a victim support desk set up fully equipped with clinical professionals to provide all the psychological and emotional support you need. Be assured that all these will be done in confidence.”
The case sparked national outrage in February 2026 after viral videos surfaced allegedly showing a Russian national secretly filming intimate encounters with Ghanaian women.
According to reports, the suspect allegedly approached women in public areas, notably around Accra Mall, invited them to his residence, and used Meta smart glasses equipped with hidden cameras to record them without their consent.
The footage was allegedly shared on platforms such as TikTok and Telegram, with some content reportedly placed behind paywalls for financial gain.
The incident has generated widespread condemnation, with many citizens describing the acts as a grave violation of privacy, dignity, and consent.
