By Deborah Nnamdi
Twenty Ghanaian nationals, believed to be victims of human trafficking, have been rescued from a compound in Uyo, the capital of Akwa Ibom State.
The victims — 10 men and 10 women — were freed during a joint operation involving the Akwa Ibom State Police Command, the Ghana Police Service, and INTERPOL.
Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, announced the rescue in a statement released on Wednesday. She revealed that the operation was launched following a formal request for assistance from the Ghanaian authorities.
“On August 18, 2025, operatives of the Command successfully rescued 20 Ghanaians trafficked to Uyo, Akwa Ibom State,” DSP John stated.
Acting on credible intelligence, officers raided a fenced property in the Obio Etoi area of Uyo Local Government Area at around 4:17 p.m. on Monday, August 18.
“The raid resulted in the rescue of 10 males and 10 females — all confirmed to be Ghanaian nationals. The victims currently appear disoriented and have been unable to provide coherent information, raising concerns that they may have been hypnotised,” the statement added.
DSP John confirmed that an investigation is underway and assured the public that further updates will be provided as new information emerges
