Salesman Accused of Defrauding Student of GH¢35,000 in Ghana Army Enlistment Scam

A 24-year-old Salesman, Ebenezer Benam, has been arraigned before the Dansoman Circuit Court for allegedly defrauding a student, Samuel Wunberawan of GH¢35,000 under the pretense of securing his enlistment into the Ghana Armed Forces.

Benam, who is facing a charge of defrauding by false pretense, contrary to Section 131(1) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29), pleaded not guilty before Her Honour Halimah El-Alawa Abdul-Baasit.

The court granted him bail in the sum of GH¢40,000 with two sureties, who must be public servants earning not less than GH¢2,000 and residing within the court’s jurisdiction.

Ebenezer Benam has also been ordered to deposit his Ghana Card with the court registry and report to the police once every two weeks.

His case, initially scheduled for March 3, 2025 was adjourned to March 28, 2025 due to his absence.

Chief Inspector Portia Nuarko is leading the prosecution.

Case Background

According to the prosecution, Samuel Wunberawan, a student residing at Agbogbloshie, Accra, was contacted by Ebenezer Benam in November 2024.

The accused allegedly claimed he had connections that could secure Wunberawan’s enlistment into the Ghana Armed Forces for a fee of GH¢35,000.

Trusting Benam’s promise, Samuel Wunberawan transferred GH¢28,000 to the accused via mobile money, using the number 0551420241.

Later, Ebenezer Benam allegedly invited the complainant to Burma Camp, where he collected an additional GH¢7,000 in cash, bringing the total to GH¢35,000.

However, after receiving the money, Ebenezer Benam allegedly sensed he might be exposed and fled the scene, cutting off all communication with the complainant.

Realising he had been duped, Wunberawan reported the matter to the police.

Investigation and Arrest

Following investigations, the police tracked down Benam and arrested him from his hideout. In his caution statement, he admitted to collecting GH¢30,700 but denied taking the full GH¢35,000 from Wunberawan.

After completing investigations, the police charged Benam with defrauding by false pretence, leading to his arraignment before the court.

 

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