Dozens of Ghanaians trafficked in football job scam rescued in Nigeria

Published: 7/1/2025
Dozens of Ghanaians trafficked in football job scam rescued in Nigeria
Ghanaians trafficked in football job scam rescued in Nigeria, with Ghanaian police rescuing 76 victims from a fraudulent recruitment scheme. Victims were promised football contracts, job placements, or visa assistance, but were forced to solicit money from families under false pretenses. Seven suspects have been arrested, and efforts are ongoing to bring all perpetrators to justice. The Ghanaian CID warns families to verify foreign job offers to prevent falling victim to similar scams in Ghana and Nigeria.