Nigerian Woman Accused of Plot to Sell Her Newborn Baby in Ghana

A Nigerian woman is at the center of a shocking human trafficking case in Ghana after authorities accused her and two alleged accomplices of attempting to sell a newborn baby for GH¢20,000.

According to the Ghana Police Service, the incident occurred at the Gbane mining community in the Talensi District of Ghana's Upper East Region. The case has sparked widespread outrage and renewed concerns over cross-border human trafficking and the exploitation of vulnerable women.

How the Alleged Crime Unfolded

Police say the victim, a young Nigerian woman, was lured from Nigeria to Ghana with promises of opportunities in the country's movie industry. However, investigators allege that after arriving in Ghana, she was instead taken to the Gbane mining area and forced into prostitution.

Authorities claim the woman was required to hand over GH¢400 daily from her earnings to her alleged traffickers. During her stay, she became pregnant and gave birth to a baby on June 26, 2026.

Alleged Attempt to Sell the Baby

Police investigations allege that shortly after the birth, two of the suspects visited the new mother and attempted to persuade her to sell her newborn child to a prospective buyer for GH¢20,000.

Fortunately, law enforcement officers intervened before the alleged transaction could be completed.

Three suspects—identified by police as Peace Agbede, Favour Sunday Udo, and Faith Levy—were arrested and remain in custody pending court proceedings.

More Victims Rescued

During the operation, police searched one suspect's residence and reportedly recovered several sales record books along with hundreds of unused condoms, evidence investigators believe may be linked to the alleged trafficking operation.

Authorities also rescued four additional young women, aged between 18 and 20, who are believed to have been victims of the same trafficking network. Investigations are continuing to determine whether more victims may be involved.

Growing Concern Over Human Trafficking

The case highlights the growing challenge of human trafficking across West Africa, where criminal networks often exploit young women with false promises of jobs or better opportunities abroad.

Human rights organizations have repeatedly warned that victims are frequently subjected to forced prostitution, exploitation, and other forms of abuse before being rescued by authorities.

Ghanaian law enforcement says it remains committed to dismantling trafficking syndicates operating within the country and bringing all those involved to justice.