Ninety-five Nigerian citizens were rescued from cybercrime networks in Ghana by Nigerian law enforcement during a joint operation. The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) confirmed the operation, which targeted criminal groups engaged in online fraud and exploitation. The rescued individuals were transferred to Nigerian authorities for further processing.
The operation was coordinated between Nigerian and Ghanaian law enforcement agencies to dismantle cybercrime networks operating in the region. According to a statement by Vincent Adekoye, head of NAPTIP’s Press and Public Relations Unit, the operation focused on disrupting illegal online activities that affected citizens in both countries. The rescued individuals were identified as victims of cybercrime, including scams and identity theft.
This is the second major operation in recent months targeting cybercrime in West Africa. Previous efforts have led to the arrest of several suspects and the seizure of digital assets used in fraudulent activities. The collaboration between the two nations highlights growing efforts to combat transnational cybercrime in the region. The rescued individuals are now under the care of Nigerian authorities, who will determine next steps for their legal and social reintegration.
