Ghana Immigration Rescues 112 Foreign Women, 105 Confirmed Trafficking Victims
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) rescued 112 foreign women in an operation in the Western North Region.
- Of the rescued women, 105 were identified as victims of human trafficking.
- The operation was intelligence-led and focused on combating human trafficking in the region.
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has successfully repatriated 105 foreign nationals identified as victims of human trafficking. This significant rescue operation took place in Asankragwa, located in the Western North Region.
The intelligence-led operation targeted suspected human trafficking activities in the area. Authorities were able to identify and subsequently rescue a total of 112 foreign women. Further investigation confirmed that 105 of these individuals were indeed victims of trafficking, highlighting the severity of the issue in the region.
This action by the GIS demonstrates a commitment to combating human trafficking within Ghana. The rescued women, including 110 Nigerians among the total, are now under the care of the service, with efforts underway to address their situation and provide necessary support. The operation underscores the ongoing challenges and the critical need for vigilance against such criminal activities.
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has repatriated 105 foreign nationals identified as victims of human trafficking following an intelligence-led operation at Asankragwa in the Western North Region.
Originally published by Daily Graphic in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.