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Seven Nigerians rescued as EOCO busts cybercrime ring at Mataheko-Afienya

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has rescued seven Nigerian nationals who are believed to have been trafficked into Ghana for illegal online schemes.

The operation took place on Friday, November 14, 2025, at Mataheko-Afienya as part of EOCO’s ongoing Operation LIFELINE.

During the swoop, ten people were arrested—three suspected traffickers and seven victims, all Nigerian. Investigators say the victims, aged between 17 and 30, were lured with job offers but were forced into exploitative conditions and compelled to participate in cyber fraud activities.

EOCO is urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious behaviour through its official channels and hotlines. Landlords have also been advised to carefully screen foreign tenants to help prevent such criminal networks from operating.

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The Office emphasised that anyone involved in cybercrime will face prosecution, reaffirming its commitment to dismantling organised crime networks and protecting vulnerable individuals.

For tips or information, the public may reach EOCO via email at eoco@eoco.gov.gh or on its social media pages on Twitter and Facebook at @EOCOghana.

Source: adomonline.com

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