Hisba stops attempt trafficking of two women from Kano to Ghana
The Kano State Hisba Corps successfully intercepted an attempt to traffic two women from Kano to Ghana. The operation reportedly prevented the women from being taken abroad for exploitative purposes. Officials stated that the women were rescued safely and the suspects involved in the human trafficking attempt have been apprehended. Investigations are ongoing to uncover […]
Trafficked 15-year-old Nigerian rescued in Ghana
A 15-year-old Nigerian girl who was trafficked to Ghana has been successfully rescued, bringing hope to many families fighting similar battles. According to reports, the young girl was taken across the border under false promises and later found in distressing conditions. Authorities in Ghana worked closely with Nigerian officials to locate the victim and secure […]
Economic hardship fueling human trafficking in Nigeria – Yilwatda
The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Prof. Nentawe Yilwatda, has attributed the growing cases of migration and human trafficking in Nigeria to decades of economic hardship and industrial decline. He made this known on Monday during the public presentation of Vicious Red Circle, a novel by Ambassador Alex Ugochukwu Oriaku, at the […]
Senate seeks rescue of Nigerian women, children from Libyan prisons
The Nigerian Senate has raised alarm over the plight of hundreds of Nigerian women and children languishing in Libyan prisons, describing their condition as a form of modern-day slavery. The lawmakers on Tuesday called for urgent diplomatic and humanitarian action to secure their release and safe return home. The motion was presented by Senator Aniekan […]
Nigerian arrested for attempted trafficking of daughter to Iraq
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 […]
Two pastors arrested in $50m human trafficking, fraud case
Two American pastors have been arrested on federal charges for allegedly running a $50 million human trafficking and fraud scheme. The suspects are David Taylor, 53, and Michelle Brannon, 56, both leaders of the Kingdom of God Global Church, formerly known as Joshua Media Ministries International. Taylor was picked up in Durham while Brannon was […]
We were sexu@lly abused by our Chinese employers in CAR- rescued Nigerian workers lament
It was a heartbreaking moment when 12 Nigerian workers who were trapped in the Central African Republic (CAR) shared their painful experiences of abuse in the hands of their Chinese employers. They revealed that apart from being denied their salaries, they were also sexually abused during their time of suffering. The group of men had […]
How Boys Were Sold For ₦1.5 Million, Girls For ₦800,000 In Anambra
In a major breakthrough against child trafficking, the Anambra State Police Command has rescued eleven children and arrested a woman suspected of being involved in an inter-state child trafficking ring. The rescue took place in Nnewi, Anambra State, and is being described as a big step in fighting the illegal sale of children across Nigeria. […]
We are forced to sleep with 20 men daily, even during our monthly period – Trafficked victim rescued from Katsina hotel says
A young woman who was rescued from a hotel in Katsina has shared her painful experience. She said she and other girls were tricked into coming to Katsina with the promise of good-paying jobs. However, when they arrived, they were forced into prostitution instead. The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) […]
Human trafficking: Libyan army arrests wanted Ghanaian crime kingpin who allegedly kidnaps Nigerian girls and forces them into prostitution
A well-known Ghanaian man involved in serious crimes, who goes by the name Saaed or Biggie, has been caught by the Libyan Army’s 444 Brigade. He was arrested for trafficking people and using girls for sex work against their will. The Libyan soldiers planned carefully and surprised him in his hideout. He was arrested at […]