Five Nigerian women suspected of engaging in sex work have been apprehended by police during a coordinated raid aimed at curbing criminal activity in the Asokwa Municipality, Ashanti Region, Ghana.
The Asokwa District Police carried out the surprise operation in several known hotspots to preempt any criminal plots. In total, twelve individuals were arrested, including five women and seven men, at different locations.
During questioning, the five women admitted to engaging in prostitution as a means of survival. They were identified as Empress David (22), Sonia Isaac (24), Loveth Michael (18), Success Moses (21), and Victor Alice (23).
A police statement confirmed:
“On July 30, 2025, between 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., the Asokwa District Command conducted a swoop within the Asokwa Municipality. Twelve suspects were arrested during the exercise.”
It further noted that the five Nigerian female suspects confessed to practicing prostitution at Sokoban Wood Village, while the other seven individuals were arrested at ghettos in Asago, known to be drug hubs.
The men were identified as Jacob Amaliba (30), Usif Awuro (39), Adu Kofi (22), Kwame Atobiga (39), Isaac Boamah (27), Emmanuel Boakye (29), and Pekazine Puakan (28).
Police added that although no incriminating items were found on the suspects during a search, investigations are ongoing. All those arrested remain in custody and are yet to be formally screened and profiled.