Côte d’Ivoire: Sangaré Sidiki Aboubacar, a master fraudster, behind bars
The recent arrest of Sangaré Sidiki Aboubacar has shed light on a troubling phenomenon plaguing our societies: fraud. This individual, already known for fraudulent practices, was arrested on September 28, 2024, and incarcerated at the Abidjan House of Arrest and Correction (MACA) on October 1, 2024. He is accused of extorting over three billion CFA francs from Appolinaire Ouedraogo, a Burkinabe businessman.
This is not Sangaré Sidiki Aboubacar’s first offense. In 2012, he served a 24-month prison sentence for fraud and identity theft. However, his criminal record does not end there. According to judicial sources, several pending complaints and unexecuted sentences remain against him. These fraudulent practices highlight the typical behavior of recidivists who exploit system loopholes to avoid justice.
This case has sparked outrage among the victims and many observers. Upon hearing of his arrest, several other presumed victims have turned to the justice system to file new complaints. The consequences of these criminal acts go beyond the financial losses suffered by the victims: they undermine trust in the business community and destabilize social harmony.
According to various reports, Sangaré Sidiki Aboubacar’s victims were subjected to mystical rituals in Mali, involving the use of fetishes to enchant them. The goal was to extract everything he wanted from these individuals. This tactic proved effective, as all those close to him had blind trust in him, forgetting his past as a convict for fraud.
In the coming days, we will delve into the practices of Sangaré Sidiki Aboubacar. How did he manage to manipulate Ivorian authorities for so long? How did he corrupt the Ivorian justice system to suppress complaints against him, including his fraud against the Chinese, and deceive certain influential figures?
The arrest of Sangaré Sidiki Aboubacar should serve as a strong message to economic criminals. A prosperous society is built on trust and honesty. Dishonest behavior should no longer find refuge in our communities.
Sadia Nyaoré
