Six Arrested, 54 Rescued in Fake Job Scam in Effutu
Police say suspects posed as job agents for a fake Neo Life distributor and extorted money from victims
- Six arrested in Effutu over fake job recruitment scheme
- 54 victims, including 15 Nigerians, rescued by police
- Suspects posed as Neo Life agents and extorted money
The Winneba Divisional Police Command has arrested six individuals involved in a fraudulent recruitment scheme that swindled dozens of unsuspecting job seekers in Effutu, located in the Central Region.
The suspects reportedly posed as agents of a so-called “independent distributor of Neo Life Company Limited,” using the company name to deceive their victims with fake employment offers. They allegedly extorted money from desperate job seekers under the guise of processing fees and employment requirements.
According to ASP George Quainoo, Divisional Crime Officer, a total of 54 victims were rescued in the operation—comprising 15 Nigerians and 39 Ghanaians.
“These people were moving through the Winneba township distributing recruitment cards and promoting fake job opportunities, targeting mainly unemployed youth,” ASP Quainoo told the press.
Investigations have so far identified a Nigerian national, Oladokun Kehinde, as the ringleader of the operation. He claimed to own the fraudulent company and was found to be operating in Ghana without a valid work permit. Kehinde is currently in police custody and assisting with further investigations.
Authorities are warning the public to remain vigilant against job scams, particularly those that demand upfront payments or offer unrealistic employment promises.
The police are urging individuals to report suspicious recruitment activities to help curb the growing trend of employment fraud in the country.
