Five arrested after Ghana Police rescue 57 Nigerians from trafficking den
The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service has arrested five suspects and rescued 57 Nigerian nationals from a human trafficking and cybercrime syndicate operating at Adom Estates, Community 25 in the Greater Accra Region.
The operation, conducted on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, was led by the CID’s Operations Unit following intelligence gathered on the syndicate’s activities.
According to the police, the suspects — identified as Joel Nosa, Collins Rotimi, Shadrack Lulu, Austin Amahuaro, and John Uloko — allegedly ran a criminal network that lured young Nigerians to Ghana with false promises of employment and educational opportunities.
In a statement signed by Chief Inspector Brigitte Babanawo, Public Relations Officer of the CID, the police said preliminary investigations revealed that the victims, aged between 18 and 26 years, were forced to participate in cyber fraud upon arrival in Ghana.
“Upon arrival, the victims, aged between 18 and 26 years, were coerced into engaging in online romance scams and other heinous activities,” the statement said.
During the operation, police retrieved 77 laptops, 38 mobile phones, two vehicles, three television sets, and several other internet-enabled devices suspected to have been used in the crimes.
The 57 rescued victims are currently receiving care and psychological support, while the suspects remain in police custody, assisting with further investigations. The seized items have been retained for forensic analysis.
The Police Service has also cautioned the public, especially young people, to be vigilant about job, education, or travel offers made through social media and unverified platforms.
“The Police reiterate their determination to combat human trafficking, cybercrime, and related offences, and urge anyone with credible information on such activities to report to the nearest police station,” the statement added.
