Two abducted women who were featured in a viral video have been successfully rescued through a joint operation by the Ghana Police Service, the National Signals Bureau (NSB), and the Nigeria Police Force.
The disturbing video, which showed the victims in visible distress, sparked widespread public outrage.
As part of a coordinated investigation, eight suspects linked to the kidnapping were arrested across various locations in Ghana and Nigeria. Law enforcement agencies in both countries collaborated effectively to locate and apprehend the suspects.
The Ghana Police Service confirmed the arrests and the rescue in a statement, noting that additional details would be shared as the investigation progresses.
“The Ghana Police Service extends its heartfelt gratitude to the National Signals Bureau and the Nigeria Police Force for their invaluable support and cooperation in both the rescue and arrest operations,” the statement read.
Background
A 39-year-old woman, Ama Serwaa Konadu, a well-known hairdresser and event decorator, was reportedly abducted from Asiakwa in the Abuakwa South Municipality of the Eastern Region.
She was kidnapped on Tuesday, April 22, on her way to work. The following day, her abductors sent graphic videos—showing her naked and injured from machete wounds—to her family via her phone.
The kidnappers, claiming to be in Nigeria, demanded a ransom of GH₵500,000 for her release.
The victim’s family filed an official complaint with the Ghana Police Service and provided all the videos to aid in the ongoing investigation, which ultimately led to her rescue.
