Russian Embassy speaks over Russian tourist who uploaded private videos of Ghanaian women
The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Ghana has acknowledged media reports concerning the alleged involvement of a man described as a Russian citizen in controversial encounters with Ghanaian women.
A man who is known as Yaytseslav online, who claimed to be a Russian with a smattering of English, documented his escapades with numerous women in Accra, Ghana.
Armed with a stealth camera, believed to be Meta eyeglasses, Yaytseslav records the moment he chatted with the women and invited them to his apartment.
He later shows the moment they turn up in his hotel room. The blogger posts the interactions on his social media accounts on TikTok and YouTube.
Yaytseslav is accused of posting more explicit videos on his private Telegram Channel.
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter) via its official handle, the embassy stated that it had “taken note” of coverage in Ghanaian media regarding allegations that the individual engaged in sexual activities with women in Ghana and recorded the acts without their consent.
The statement did not provide further details about any investigation, disciplinary action, or diplomatic steps, prompting varied reactions from social media users.
Several commentators welcomed the embassy’s acknowledgement but stressed that recording and distributing intimate content without consent constitutes a criminal offence under many jurisdictions.
One user noted that while consensual relationships are not unlawful, non-consensual recording and publication are punishable offences in countries such as Nigeria.
Others criticised the embassy’s response as vague, questioning whether any formal action would follow.
Some users called for extradition and prosecution in Ghana if the allegations are substantiated.
However, other reactions pushed back against the criticism, with some users arguing that the women involved were adults and questioning whether any crime had occurred.
A few commenters suggested that the embassy was not obligated to provide further public commentary.
The online debate highlights broader concerns around consent, privacy rights, and cross-border accountability in cases involving alleged digital exploitation.
As of now, no official update has been issued regarding legal proceedings or diplomatic measures connected to the case.
