Operatives of the Akwa Ibom State Police Command has successfully rescued 20 Ghanians trafficked to Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
According to the Command’s Spokesperson, DSP Timfon John, on August 18th, 2025, the human trafficking victims were rescued from a compound in Obio Etoi village, Uyo Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom State after an operation that was a collaborative effort following a formal request for assistance from the Ghana Police Service and INTERPOL.
John said acting on credible information, Operatives, surrounded a well-fenced building at approximately 16:17 hours on Monday, August 18, 2025, and that the raid led to the rescue of 10 males and 10 females (names withheld), all confirmed to be Ghanaian nationals.
“The victims presently appear disoriented and have been unable to provide useful information, leading investigators to suspect they may have been hypnotized.
“Investigation is ongoing, and further developments will be communicated to the public as they become available”, she said.
