The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has alerted the public to dismiss misleading social media messages falsely claiming that unclaimed luggage is being sold at Kotoka International Airport (KIA).These deceptive posts, primarily shared on Facebook, advertise forgotten baggage at an unusually low price of GHS 32.

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GACL stated that these misleading messages first surfaced in October 2024, prompting the company to issue an official warning to inform the public.However, despite the previous caution, scammers have resumed circulating similar false information, attempting to trick unsuspecting individuals.

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“We have recently become aware of fresh attempts by these faceless individuals, once again using Facebook, to deceive the unsuspecting public into paying a specific amount of money. Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) would like to emphatically reiterate that the post is completely false, orchestrated to misinform and dupe the unsuspecting public, and should thus, be disregarded”, it said in a release.

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GACL has asserted that these posts are entirely misleading and designed to exploit the public for monetary gain.The company reiterated that all legitimate announcements are shared solely through its verified social media accounts and that no external party has been authorized to represent its communications.

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GACL urged the public to exercise caution, disregard unofficial claims regarding baggage sales, and report any dubious activities, reaffirming its dedication to ensuring public safety.

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