Abena Moët
Media personality, Abena Moët, has lashed out at Ghanaians who have taken to social media to chastise the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, following a failed attempt to extradite Vladislav Aleksandrovich Liulkov to Ghana.
Speaking during the United Showbiz celebrity late night show on UTV, the outspoken entertainment panelist applauded the minister, popularly known as Sam George, for his attempt to seek justice for the victims of the Russian sex tourist’s scandal, stressing that his effort is commendable.
Abena Moët indicated that Sam George, releasing the bio data of Vladislav Aleksandrovich Liulkov, the Russian national accused of sexually exploiting some Ghanaian women, is how best he can fight for the victims, as Russia does not extradite its citizens.
“The main issue is that Ghana doesn’t have an extradition treaty with Russia, making it difficult for Honourable Sam George to bring Liulkov back to Ghana to face trial.
“Russia’s constitution also prohibits extraditing its citizens, further complicating the process. However, Ghana’s government is exploring alternative options, including prosecuting Liulkov in absentia and working with INTERPOL to activate international arrest warrant protocols, so let’s stop chastising him,” she said.
Abena Moët further stated that the disclosure of the identity of the Russian national aims to alert Ghanaians, especially women, about Liulkov’s alleged activities.
Many have chastised Sam George after failing to fulfil his promise to extradite Vladislav Liulkov, who is accused of secretly recording and distributing intimate images of Ghanaian women without their consent.
The Communication Minister has further assured that government is working with INTERPOL to secure an international arrest warrant, and Liulkov will be prosecuted in absentia if extradition isn’t possible.
Sam George also pointed out that the government is committed to protecting Ghanaian citizens’ rights and ensuring justice is served. Liulkov’s actions are considered serious crimes under Ghana’s Cybersecurity Act, 2020 (Act 1038).
By Prince Fiifi Yorke