The Delta State House of Assembly has taken a major step in the fight against human trafficking by passing the Human Trafficking Prohibition Bill 2024. This bill, which was passed during a plenary session led by the Speaker, Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, is aimed at protecting vulnerable individuals, especially women and children, from exploitation and abuse.

The Speaker expressed his satisfaction at the passing of the bill and commended the lawmakers for their dedication. He highlighted that this legislation is vital in the effort to reduce human trafficking in Delta State. He also thanked experts and stakeholders for their contributions, noting that their input played a crucial role in shaping the bill.

With the passage of this bill, the Speaker stressed the importance of effective implementation and enforcement. He emphasized that laws are only as good as their execution, and the new law needs to be properly enforced to truly protect the people it is meant to serve. He also called for collaboration between different agencies to ensure cases of trafficking are reported, investigated, and prosecuted efficiently.

The Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker, Nkem Nwaeke, released a statement quoting the Speaker’s determination to protect citizens from the dangers of human trafficking. He assured that the Assembly will continue to work hard to ensure that laws passed translate into positive changes in the lives of the people.

The Delta State Government, represented by the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN, has also pledged to take strong action to tackle human trafficking. The goal is to reduce human trafficking activities to the lowest level, if not eliminate them entirely.

The passing of this bill marks an important milestone in the state’s efforts to create a safer environment for all its citizens, particularly the most vulnerable.