Ghana rescues 28 trafficking victims from Côte d’Ivoire

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has disclosed that a coordinated cross-border security operation has resulted in the rescue and repatriation of 28 Ghanaian nationals, mostly young people, from a human trafficking network in Côte d'Ivoire.

According to a press release issued on Sunday, May 10, the Ministry stated:

"Twenty-eight Ghanaian nationals, predominantly youth, who were victims of a sophisticated human trafficking network, have been rescued and repatriated to Ghana after a successful operation conducted by security operatives and officials of the Embassy of Ghana in Abidjan."

The rescued individuals are now safely in Ghana and are assisting security agencies with ongoing investigations.

The Ministry commended Ivorian authorities for their role in the operation and warned that trafficking networks continue to target vulnerable young people with fake job and travel offers.

The Ministry advised Ghanaians to be cautious and verify recruitment and travel opportunities through official channels.

“The public is encouraged to confirm the validity of any advertisement/offer to avoid falling prey,” the Ministry stated.

The government, under the Mahama administration, said it remains committed to dismantling trafficking syndicates and prosecuting those responsible.

“The welfare of all Ghanaians remains our utmost priority,” the statement concluded