Summary
Ghanaian police have rescued 76 Ghanaians from a job scam in Nigeria. The victims were misled with false job and football contract offers, and upon arrival, their personal items were taken away. Seven suspects have been arrested, and efforts are ongoing to bring the victims back to Ghana.
Key Facts
- 76 Ghanaians were trafficked to Nigeria under a fake job scheme and have been rescued.
- They were promised jobs, football contracts, or visa help but had their documents and phones seized upon arrival.
- Victims were housed in cramped conditions and were forced to contact family for money.
- The suspects used victims' phone contacts to scam their friends and family.
- Seven Ghanaian suspects were arrested in connection to this trafficking.
- The rescue was a joint effort by Ghanaian police, Interpol, and Nigerian law enforcement.
- Victims are currently awaiting repatriation to unite with their families in Ghana.
- Ghana's Criminal Investigation Department advised caution with job offers abroad to avoid scams.
- A company linked to the scam, QNET, has been banned in Ghana for similar fraudulent activities.
