The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has commenced investigations into an alleged extortion incident involving a Customs officer stationed at the Accra International Airport (AIA).
The investigation follows a video circulating on social media in which TikToker Lady Rev. Adwoa Pretty alleged that a Customs officer at the airport collected GH¢600 from her without issuing an official receipt.
In the video, she raised concerns about the circumstances surrounding the payment and the conduct of the officer involved.
The allegations since attracted attention on social media, prompting the GRA to officially respond and assure the public that the matter is being investigated.
In a circular, the GRA said it had taken note of the video and the allegations contained in it.
“The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has taken note of a video circulating on social media by a TikToker called Lady Rev. Adwoa Pretty. In the video, she alleges that a Customs Officer stationed at the Accra International Airport collected GH¢600 from her without issuing a receipt.”
“The GRA wishes to assure the public that the Authority has commenced investigation into the matter and will update the general public on the findings when completed.”
The GRA did not disclose the identity of the Customs officer allegedly involved or provide further details on the specific circumstances of the incident.
It further stressed that its operations are guided by principles of integrity, accountability, and professionalism, and said it remains committed to ensuring these standards are upheld by its officers.
“The GRA remains committed to upholding integrity, accountability, and professionalism in the discharge of its mandate.”
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