- Recent intelligence operations led to the arrest of four Nigerians who are part of a dangerous human trafficking syndicate in Accra, Ghana
- Ghana’s anti-crime agency EOCO said in a statement to the public that the suspects were also involved in various types of cybercrime.
- Approximately 45 people trafficked from Nigeria to Ghana and subjected to torture and abuse have been repatriated.
Accra, Ghana – The Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) has arrested 49 Nigerians during an operation to eradicate a notorious human trafficking syndicate operating in Accra.
Arrest on Tuesday, May 23, 2023; It was created in collaboration with. Ghana Police Service EOCO said in a statement:
“The suspects were 47 men and two women, ranging in age from 18 to 34.” EOCO said.
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The statement said the suspects were also suspected of being involved in cybercrime-related activities.
70 laptops and sedan cars seized
According to EOCO, the operation that destroyed the syndicate also recovered 70 laptop computers, two saloon cars, 51 mobile phones, nine internet modems and other equipment.
The department said the post-arrest review process revealed that 45 of them were victims of human trafficking and four were involved in human trafficking.
EOCO said the rescued victims were repatriated to Nigeria to be reunited with their families.
EOCO releases names of four Nigerian traffickers
The names of the four human traffickers are as follows:
- Godstin Omoruyi,
- Junior Nosa Omoruyi,
- With the wonderful Omorui
- Ebubuomwan Idowu.
The suspects were produced in court for trial.
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“Their arrests came after authorities received information that some Nigerian youths were being trafficked into the country. The victims arrived in the country with the promise of job security. “They arrived in the country after being lured and then forced to engage in cybercriminal activities,” EOCO explained.
According to EOCO, traffickers also subjected victims to torture and ill-treatment.
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sauce: YEN.com.gh