A 22-year-old lady, Nicky Isabella, described as an alleged prostitute, has been sentenced to 5 years’ imprisonment with exhausting labour for her involvement in child trafficking.
In response to a report by GHOne TV, the Achimota Circuit Courtroom convicted Isabella on two counts of human trafficking and one rely of conspiracy.
Following the court docket proceedings, a video captured Isabella in tears, crying out that she was harmless and “additionally a sufferer.”
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The Trial
As detailed by Asaase On-line, the court docket heard that Isabella labored alongside an confederate recognized solely as Nelly, who’s at the moment at massive.
In Could 2024, the pair lured two younger girls—Grace Ebeagbor (23) and Kikelomo John (22)—from Nigeria to Ghana beneath the false promise of jobs at a grocery store in Capability Sq., Adjiringanor, Accra.
Upon their arrival, the victims have been coerced into prostitution, with Isabella seizing their earnings.
In a very disturbing element, the court docket was advised that Isabella compelled the ladies to swear an oath on the Bible and lower items of their hair, threatening to make use of them for non secular manipulation in the event that they tried to flee.
Isabella pleaded not responsible, however the prosecution—led by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Isaac Babayi—offered compelling proof, together with testimonies from three witnesses. ASP Babayi urged the court docket to impose a harsh sentence to function a deterrent to others.
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Ongoing Investigations
The Anti-Human Trafficking Unit of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service continues to be pursuing Nelly. The 2 victims have since been rescued and are at the moment receiving care and assist.
DSP William Ayariga, Director of the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit, praised the presiding decide for the ruling and issued a stern warning to would-be offenders.
