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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has repatriated 44 Ghanaians who were deceived into travelling to Nigeria under the pretext of employment opportunities linked to the QNET scheme.
In a statement released on Saturday, March 21, the ministry explained that the victims were lured through social media and informal recruitment channels with false promises of work and travel.
Upon arrival in Nigeria, they faced exploitative conditions, including restricted movement, psychological pressure, and coercion to recruit others into the scheme.
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The successful repatriation followed a coordinated operation on March 16, 2026, led by Nigerian security authorities, including the Department of State Services (DSS), in collaboration with relevant Ghanaian institutions. The victims returned safely to Accra on March 20, 2026.
According to the statement, the Government of Ghana is working closely with Nigerian counterparts and other stakeholders to dismantle the criminal networks behind these operations, adding that efforts are also underway to provide protection, rehabilitation, and reintegration support for the repatriated citizens.
The Ministry also expressed gratitude to the Nigerian government for its prompt intervention and continued cooperation.
“The government reiterates its strong condemnation of human trafficking and fraudulent recruitment.
practices and remains committed to safeguarding the welfare of Ghanaian nationals,” the statement added.
The public has also been urged to exercise caution, verify travel and employment opportunities through official channels, and avoid engagement with unverified individuals or organisations.
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