Farmer jailed for defrauding teacher with job offers

In a recent development, the Jasikan Circuit Court has handed down a five-year prison sentence with hard labor to Mohammed Salisu, a 46-year-old farmer, for defrauding a teacher by making false promises of employment opportunities. Despite Salisu's guilty plea with an explanation, his responses failed to absolve him of the crime. Presided over by Mr. Alfred Kwabena Asiedu, the court convicted Salisu based on the evidence presented.

According to Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Mr. Seth Vincent Kpodo, the complainant was a 47-year-old teacher residing in Bimbilla, within the Nanumba North Municipality. Salisu deceitfully contacted the complainant in May of this year, claiming to have influential connections with the Jasikan Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) and government officials responsible for civil service employment in the country. He assured the complainant that the MCE had granted him employment slots to be filled.

ASP Kpodo explained that the convict managed to convince the complainant, who then informed the Chief of Bimbilla. As a result, two individuals were selected for employment slots at the Electoral Commission, while another beneficiary was chosen for an opportunity within the Ghana National Fire Service. In return for securing these positions, Salisu demanded a total of GH¢9,000 in fees from the three victims, along with copies of their certificates, which were electronically transmitted to him.

However, on May 28, the MCE learned of Salisu's fraudulent activities and promptly alerted the police, leading to his subsequent arrest and prosecution.

In conclusion, the Jasikan Circuit Court has acted decisively by sentencing Mohammed Salisu, the farmer who defrauded a teacher with false promises of employment, to five years of imprisonment with hard labor. This case serves as a reminder of the importance of caution and verification when dealing with employment opportunities to avoid falling victim to such scams.

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