A Nigerian man has been arrested for attempting to traffic his own daughter to Iraq, in what authorities described as a disturbing case of human trafficking. The suspect was caught while trying to process travel arrangements, raising alarm over the increasing use of family members in such crimes.

Security agencies revealed that the man planned to hand over his daughter to a trafficking network overseas. Fortunately, his actions were intercepted before she could be moved out of the country. Officials praised the swift intervention, noting that cases like this highlight the dangers young women face in illegal migration schemes.

The suspect is currently in custody as investigations continue. Anti-trafficking groups have called for stricter punishments and better awareness campaigns, stressing that no child should be exposed to such exploitation. The case has sparked outrage, with many condemning the betrayal of trust by a parent.