Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Sam George has congratulated Justice Angela Aseye Attachie on her election to the Bureau of the Council of Europe’s Cybercrime Convention Committee (T-CY), describing the development as a boost to Ghana’s role in international efforts to combat cybercrime.
He said the appointment would strengthen Ghana’s voice in global discussions on cybercrime and create opportunities to promote African perspectives.
“I am delighted to congratulate Her Honour Justice Angela Aseye Attachie, Justice of the Circuit Court of Ghana, on her election to the Bureau of the Council of Europe’s Cybercrime Convention Committee (T-CY),” he shared on Facebook.
The committee supports countries in implementing the Budapest Convention on Cybercrime and strengthens international cooperation in investigations and the handling of digital evidence. Its Bureau sets the committee’s direction and priorities.
Mr Sam George said Justice Attachie’s election reflected confidence in her expertise and Ghana’s standing in the international community.
“It gives our country a stronger voice in global action against cybercrime, a platform to bring African perspectives to the table, build partnerships, and deepen judicial expertise,” he stated.
He also expressed gratitude to the United States, Sierra Leone, Nigeria, Cabo Verde, Vanuatu and Côte d’Ivoire for supporting her nomination.
Mr Sam George reaffirmed the government’s commitment to protecting citizens and businesses in the digital space, describing the election as another step towards strengthening those efforts.
“We remain committed to protecting Ghanaian citizens and businesses in the digital space, and this achievement brings us another step closer. Ghana is proud of you,” he concluded.
