Ogun Police Rescue 11 Ghanaians in ₦50.27m Visa Fraud Case
The Ogun State Police Command has rescued 11 Ghanaian nationals allegedly held against their will in Sagamu after being lured to Nigeria with promises of Canadian and Spanish visas in a suspected international visa fraud scheme involving ₦50.27 million.
The victims, comprising seven males and four females, were rescued on October 19, 2026, following actionable intelligence received by the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Command.
According to a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Oluseyi B. Babaseyi yi, preliminary investigations revealed that the victims were allegedly deceived by a fellow Ghanaian national who promised to facilitate their overseas travel.
Each of the victims reportedly paid GH₵40,000 before being brought to Nigeria, where they were allegedly held against their will.
The police said operatives swiftly mobilised to the identified hideout in Sagamu and successfully rescued all 11 victims.
The rescued Ghanaian nationals are currently receiving appropriate care and support, while detectives intensify efforts to identify, track down and arrest all individuals connected with the alleged criminal network.
The Commissioner of Police in Ogun State, CP Bode Ojajuni, commended the Anti-Kidnapping Unit for its prompt response and professionalism during the operation.
Ojajuni reaffirmed the Command’s commitment to protecting lives, combating transnational crime and preventing criminals from exploiting unsuspecting members of the public.
He assured residents that the police would sustain efforts to ensure that everyone connected with the alleged crime is brought to justice.
The Command also advised members of the public to verify the authenticity of overseas travel and visa-processing arrangements before making payments and to report suspicious activities to the appropriate authorities.
The police reiterated their commitment to intelligence-led policing, inter-agency collaboration and decisive action against criminal networks operating within and beyond Ogun State.
The statement was dated October 20, 2026, and signed by DSP Oluseyi B. Babas e yi, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Ogun State Command.
