Ghana's EOCO and QNET Rescue 26 Trafficking Victims, Arrest Nine Posing as QNET Agents

Ghana's Economic and Organised Crime Office said its Anti-Human Trafficking Unit, working with QNET, rescued 26 suspected human trafficking victims and arrested nine suspects in an operation code-named "Operation Quest" on October 17, 2025.

Those rescued included 10 Ivorians and 16 Ghanaians, while the suspects included two Ivorians and seven Ghanaians. According to EOCO, the victims were lured with fraudulent offers of jobs in Ghana and abroad by individuals posing as QNET agents. The office said those individuals had no legitimate ties to the company and were exploiting its reputation. The suspects are in EOCO custody and assisting with ongoing investigations.

"This operation underscores the importance of our partnership with QNET in tackling the growing issue of trafficking under the guise of employment," said Faustina Lartey, EOCO's head of public affairs. The operation followed a memorandum of understanding EOCO and QNET signed in July 2025 to combat the use of the company's name in human trafficking and related crimes. EOCO urged the public to remain vigilant and to report any individuals or groups claiming to be recruitment agents for QNET.