In a major breakthrough, Ghanaian authorities have apprehended a 38-year-old Nigerian national, known as Pussy Mama, who has been on the run for over a decade. Pussy Mama, accused of trafficking over 3,000 young girls and boys from Nigeria to Ghana, Mali, and other countries for prostitution, was remanded by the Kasoa Ofaakor Circuit Court.
The suspect’s arrest came after a young female police officer bravely intercepted another group of victims, aged 13-17, being trafficked to Ghana. This achievement is remarkable, considering Pussy Mama’s notorious reputation for evading capture due to alleged use of ‘juju’.
Pussy Mama has been on Nigeria and Ghana’s police wanted list for ten years, with multiple failed attempts to apprehend him. His alleged ability to disappear immediately after touching a wall had left law enforcement baffled.
Sir Emmanuel Azubuike, Central Regional Chairman for Nigerian Community and Africa Coordinator for International Human Rights Observatory, commended the policewoman’s bravery. He warned that Pussy Mama’s influence poses a significant threat and urged the Ghana Police Service and Chief Justice to ensure the suspect does not escape custody again
Pussy Mama is scheduled to reappear before the Ofaakor Circuit Court on Monday, November 11, 2024, at 8:30 am. The International Human Rights Observatory Africa invites all those interested in fighting against human trafficking to attend the hearing and show solidarity.
This arrest marks a significant milestone in the fight against human trafficking in Ghana and beyond.
