The Ogun State Police Command has rescued 11 Ghanaian nationals who were allegedly held hostage in Sagamu by a suspected transnational trafficking syndicate.
The victims seven men and four women were freed by operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit after acting on credible intelligence received on October 19, 2026.
The Command’s Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, confirmed the rescue in a statement, noting that the operatives stormed the hideout and secured the victims unhurt.
Preliminary findings showed that the victims were allegedly deceived by a fellow Ghanaian who promised to process Canadian and Spanish visas for them.
Each of the victims reportedly paid GH₵40,000 to the suspect before being lured into Nigeria, where they were then held against their will.
Babaseyi said the rescued persons are currently receiving care and necessary support, while efforts have been intensified to arrest other members of the criminal network who are at large.
The Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, CP Bode Ojajuni, praised the Anti-Kidnapping team for its swift action and professionalism, assuring that the Command will not allow the state to be used as a base for transnational crime.
He advised the public to always verify visa and overseas travel offers before making payments and to promptly report suspicious movements to the police, adding that investigation is ongoing to bring all culprits to justice.
