Human Trafficking: AKH-TRACADA opens Ghana office, seeks partnership with NAPTIP

The Anti-Kidnapping, Human Trafficking, Child Abuse and Drug Abuse Initiative says it has opened an operational office in Accra, Ghana, to combat rising cases of human trafficking involving Nigerian nationals.
Belonwu Ezeanyaeche, AKH-TRACADA CEO, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday.
Mr Ezeanyaeche explained that the decision to open the Accra office followed findings from a two-week fact-finding mission by the organisation to Ghana.
He said the findings revealed several cases of trafficking, abuse and forced labour involving some Nigerian girls.
He said that the organisation discovered that some of the victims, including underage girls and blind minors, were being held in inhumane conditions and forced into sexual activities.
”Our mission to Ghana has shown the urgent need for collaboration across borders to dismantle trafficking networks. We are ready to work with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons and all relevant agencies to rescue victims and prevent further exploitation.
“Between May and June 2025, AKH-TRACADA will launch sensitisation campaigns across Ghana through town halls, workshops, and stakeholder engagement, aimed at curbing trafficking and drug abuse.
“We are also currently working with eight Ghanaian partners and we are in touch with the Nigerian High Commission in Ghana regarding ongoing investigations and rescue logistics. AKH-TRACADA is closely monitoring four flashpoints, including a location where six blind Nigerian girls were reportedly being held and abused,” he said.
The AKH-TRACADA chief also revealed that a hotel in Accra was currently harbouring more than 80 underage Nigerian girls who were trafficked through the sea and allegedly being forced into prostitution.
He said the organisation was also aware of the case of a mentally challenged Nigerian girl who gave birth in Ghana and is currently receiving treatment at one of the hospitals.
He further reaffirmed the organisation’s readiness to work as a strategic partner to government agencies and international stakeholders. He also pledged the full cooperation of the organisation in the fight against human trafficking, child abuse, and drug-related crimes.
He commended the Nigerian High Commission in Ghana for its cooperation and ongoing investigations into the reported cases.
(NAN)
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