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Ghana Deports 42 Nigerians, Others After Court Convictions in Ashanti Region

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December 22, 2025

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Ghana Deports 42 Nigerians, Others After Court Convictions in Ashanti Region

No fewer than 42 Nigerians have been deported from the Ashanti Region of Ghana following court verdicts linked to prostitution, fraud, Q-Net activities, and other related offences.

The Ashanti Regional Minister, Frank Amoakohene, disclosed the development in a Facebook post on December 18, 2025, stating that the deportation followed lawful judicial processes carried out by Ghanaian authorities.

According to him, other foreign nationals affected by the court rulings include 13 Cameroonians, three Ivorians, three Burkinabe nationals, and seven Beninese nationals, bringing the total number of deportees to 68 African nationals.

“A total of 42 Nigerians, 13 Cameroonians, 3 Ivorians, 3 Burkinabe nationals, and 7 Benin nationals have been deported from the Ashanti Region to their respective countries following various court rulings involving Q-Net, prostitution, and other criminal activities,” Amoakohene said.

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He commended the Ghana Immigration Service for what he described as its professionalism, diligence, and strict enforcement of immigration laws, while also respecting due process and human dignity.

“Their collaboration with the courts and other security agencies continues to strengthen public safety, protect vulnerable persons, and preserve law and order in the region,” he added.

The deportation of Nigerians comes amid growing reports of increased surveillance and mass arrests of Nigerians abroad.

In late November, no fewer than 50 Nigerians were arrested in India during what was described as one of the country’s largest coordinated crackdowns on a multinational drug syndicate.

According to an NDTV report, the operation was carried out by the Delhi Police in collaboration with the Telangana Police EAGLE squad, following months of intelligence gathering.

The raids reportedly dismantled key layers of a criminal cartel involved in the trafficking of methamphetamine and cocaine, as well as hawala money laundering, across several major Indian cities.

Ghana Deports 42 Nigerians, Others After Court Convictions in Ashanti Region

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EFCC Arraigns Mompha’s Associate Over Alleged ₦206m Fraud

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arraigned Sarumi Samusudeen Babafemi, an associate of social media personality Ismaila Mustapha (Mompha), alongside three corporate entities, over an alleged ₦206 million fraud before the Lagos State Special Offences Court, Ikeja.

Babafemi — Managing Director and CEO of 606 Autos Limited, 606 Music Limited, and Splash Off Entertainment Limited — faces five counts of conspiracy, concealment, and transfer of proceeds of crime, allegedly committed between 2013 and 2018. The EFCC claims the offences involved large sums, including ₦37.6 million and ₦93 million transferred to third parties, with knowledge that the funds were proceeds of unlawful acts.

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When the charges were read, Babafemi pleaded not guilty. His defence lawyer, SAN Kunle Adegoke, filed a bail application, which the court granted, ordering that Babafemi be released to his counsel upon signing an affidavit of undertaking to appear in court. The trial is now scheduled to commence on March 24, 2026.

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Police U-Turn: Worshippers Abducted in Kaduna, Security Forces Deployed

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January 21, 2026

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Police U-Turn: Worshippers Abducted in Kaduna, Security Forces Deployed

The Nigeria Police Force has officially confirmed that worshippers were abducted during attacks on churches in Kurmin Wali, Kajuru Local Government Area, Kaduna State, after initially denying the reports. The reversal comes as security agencies deploy tactical units to rescue the victims and secure the area.

Eyewitnesses and local sources say armed gunmen stormed multiple churches, including ECWA and Cherubim and Seraphim, during Sunday services, seizing dozens of worshippers. Community leaders report that over 170 people may have been abducted, with some survivors managing to escape.

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The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and other local bodies have condemned the attacks and called for an urgent and thorough rescue operation. Authorities say they are intensifying efforts to locate and safely recover the victims, amid growing national concern over mass kidnappings in northern Nigeria.

The incident highlights ongoing security challenges in Kaduna State and other northern and central regions, where armed gangs and kidnappers frequently target vulnerable communities, often for ransom or political leverage. Families of the abducted worshippers continue to appeal for swift action as the rescue operations proceed.

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Presidency Accuses IPOB of Spreading False Christian Genocide Claims in Nigeria

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January 21, 2026

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Presidency Accuses IPOB of Spreading False Christian Genocide Claims in Nigeria

The Presidency of Nigeria has accused the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) of deliberately spreading false claims of a Christian genocide, saying the narrative is being amplified to mislead international opinion and influence foreign policy. Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser on Policy Communication to President Bola Tinubu, described the reports as propaganda lacking verification and stressed that they do not reflect the reality of Nigeria’s security situation.

Bwala’s remarks follow widespread reports linking the so-called genocide narrative to statements from IPOB and affiliated actors, which have circulated on social media and attracted attention from international media and some foreign lawmakers. According to the Presidency, these claims oversimplify Nigeria’s complex security challenges, which include terrorism, banditry, and communal violence, rather than targeted religious persecution.

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The controversy has drawn U.S. congressional attention, with some lawmakers reportedly considering diplomatic responses. In response, the Nigerian Government has engaged U.S.-based lobbyists to highlight its efforts in protecting all citizens, regardless of faith, and to correct misleading narratives surrounding violence in the country.

Religious and civic leaders in Nigeria remain divided. While some dismiss the genocide claims as exaggerated and potentially divisive, others acknowledge violence against Christians but caution that framing it as genocide misrepresents the broader security context. Analysts warn that the debate over religious persecution and misinformation has significant implications for national unity, international perception, and Nigeria’s foreign relations.