A 36-year-old businessman, Nganyu Billy Nfor, has appeared before the Accra Circuit Court on charges of defrauding two individuals of $13,500, under the pretext of securing Nicaraguan and Mexican visas. Nfor, who pleaded not guilty, allegedly promised the complainant, Nih Etheldreda Ayeah, that he could assist in obtaining a Nicaraguan visa after being introduced to her by her brother-in-law, Tange Maurice Mih, who resides in the United States.
According to the prosecution, led by ASP Kofi Anane, Nfor received $5,500 for the Nicaraguan visa but later claimed he encountered difficulties and suggested a Mexican visa, collecting an additional $8,000. Despite receiving the full amount, Nfor failed to provide any legitimate travel documents, prompting Ayeah to file a police report.
Nfor was arrested, and during interrogation, he admitted receiving the money but claimed it was used to process travel documents, although he could not present any proof. The court granted him bail of GH¢120,000 with two sureties and ordered him to deposit his passport at the Court Registry. The case has been adjourned to September 16, 2024.
Investigations revealed no genuine travel package had been arranged for the complainant, with authorities warning the public to be vigilant against visa scams.