A heartbreaking case of betrayal has emerged in Accra, involving a nurse named Esther Onsonyameye, who believed she was in a relationship with a Ghana Armed Forces officer only to learn that the man was a shoeshine. The revelations, aired in an interview on Crime Check TV, have left Esther emotionally wounded and calling for accountability.
According to multiple Ghanaian news sources, Esther first encountered a man named Frank Anaab via social media. In his photos, he appeared in full military uniform, claiming to serve in the Ghana Armed Forces. Esther, who had always admired men in uniform and even made it her dream to marry a soldier, was drawn in by Frank’s image and his stories.
From the start, their relationship seemed plausible. Frank would stay with Esther, and he frequently told her that he was going off to night duties at the barracks or had responsibilities at the camp. Unable to suppress her admiration, Esther committed emotionally and financially to making his life comfortable, believing his military identity was authentic.
Over the course of nearly a year, Esther made many sacrifices. She purchased assorted provisions, mosquito nets, bedsheets, and other household items all in an effort to support him as she thought a soldier should be cared for in his camp. She believed she was assisting a man of honor. In her own words, “I bought assorted provisions, a mosquito net, bedsheets, and other items to make him comfortable at his camp, not knowing he was a fake soldier. He deceived me.” (MyNewsGh)
The tipping point came when Esther proudly shared pictures of Frank on social media, claiming him as her soldier-lover. Almost immediately, messages flooded in. Other women also claimed to be in romantic relationships with the same man women who believed him to be a soldier just like Esther had. (MyNewsGh)
Stunned, Esther joined forces with those other women to confront Frank. During this confrontation, discrepancies in Frank’s claims became obvious. He could not provide his unit number. He could not name his superiors or any credible military affiliation. It was then that the truth came crashing in: Frank was not a soldier at all. He was known to polish shoes around Burma Camp, a military area, but not as a member of the armed forces. (Yen.com.gh - Ghana news.)
Esther also revealed that Frank had asked her for money multiple times. Each time, he promised to repay her once his "salary" arrived knowing full well, as it appears, that no salary would come because he was not in the military. These promises were part of a pattern of deception. The same lies, she said, had been repeated to other women. (MyNewsGh)
The emotional toll on Esther has been immense. She said that discovering the deception left her feeling humiliated, disillusioned, and deeply saddened. Her trust in him, and perhaps in others, has been broken. She expressed that she had acted out of genuine love and admiration and that he exploited her feelings. She said, “I had promised myself to marry a soldier at all cost,” underscoring just how strong her belief was in his false identity. (MyNewsGh)
Authorities have since intervened. Frank Anaab is now under investigation. Media reports say he has been "nabbed" for posing as a member of the armed forces and for fraudulently borrowing money from Esther and other women. The full legal consequences have not all been made public, but his exposure marks a clear warning against impersonation and exploiting trust. (Yen.com.gh - Ghana news.)
This case is part of a broader pattern in Ghana of individuals impersonating military personnel, whether to defraud people or to gain trust and access. The Ghana Armed Forces have issued warnings in recent times about fake recruitment adverts and individuals who claim military affiliation without any proof. (accradailypost.com)
Esther’s cautionary tale offers important lessons. One is the need for verification of people’s claims, especially when those claims affect personal, financial, or emotional decisions. Another is the risk of social media presenting false identities: uniforms, photos, even staged routines can create convincing illusions. And finally, the importance of support systems friends, family, or others who can help check facts or spot inconsistencies.
Esther, despite her pain, seems determined to move forward. She says she wants her story to serve as a warning to others who might fall prey to similar scams. “Maybe I was too genuine,” she said. “I just wanted to love someone I thought was disciplined and honest.” (MyNewsGh)
Her openness is already resonating: many people have expressed sympathy, sharing similar stories of deception. Several comments in news reports suggest this is not a rare issue. Whatever the outcome for Frank Anaab in the legal system, Esther’s experience is adding to public awareness about love, trust, and the danger of false pretenses.
In the end, Esther’s story reminds us of that honesty, proof, and clear communication matter more than appearances. A uniform and stylish photos may impress, but they should never replace truth. As more people share Esther’s tale, the hope is that others will be more cautious, more critical, and more protected from those who masquerade under false identities.
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