The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has issued a stern caution to Senior High School (SHS) graduates over their remarks and engagements, particularly on social media.

The security agency expressed grave concern over the growing trend of young people, particularly recent Senior High School graduates, making what it described as 'indecent statements'.

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In a statement dated Thursday, September 25, 2025, the CSA stated that it has, over time, observed social media posts in which young people are boldly captured making comments about snatching other people's husbands, highlighting the potential damage such comments could cause them.

“The Authority has observed posts containing indecent language and troubling intentions, including remarks such as ‘we go scatter them’ and declarations about ‘snatching people's husbands,” the statement said.

These statements have been widely circulated and are attracting public attention.

“The CSA reminds young people, especially recent graduates, that while social media is a powerful platform for expression and networking, it also carries significant responsibilities and long-term consequences,” portions of the statement read.

The institution took the opportunity to educate the youth on the negative consequences of misusing social media.

CSA stated that such posts could affect future chances and opportunities, particularly when seeking employment or academic advancement.

“What individuals post online becomes part of their permanent digital footprint. Universities, scholarship boards, and potential employers frequently review social media activity as part of their evaluation process. Irresponsible content can severely damage one's academic, career, and professional prospects,” CSA emphasised.

“Beyond reputational harm, such online behaviour can also lead to exposure to cyberbullying, harassment, grooming, and other forms of exploitation. In more serious cases, it may even violate Ghana's cybercrime laws, particularly under the Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038) and the Electronic Communications Act,” it added.

The CSA insisted that social media, if used wisely, can have positive effects on users, urging student graduates to desist from such behaviour and to be cautious and decorous in their statements.

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“The CSA urges all graduates to exercise caution and maintain decency and respect in their online interactions. Social media should be used as a tool for personal development, a place to showcase creativity, promote entrepreneurship, build meaningful networks, and access academic and professional opportunities,” it stated.




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