Intelligence-Driven Action Urged Against Human Trafficking
West African stakeholders call for urgent, coordinated action against human trafficking, highlighting its $150bn annual profit and 75% child victim rate. Learn about the regional strategy.
Category : Human Trafficking
Children Make Up 82% of IDPs in 11 States - NHRC
A new NHRC report reveals children are the majority of IDPs in Nigeria's security crisis. Read the shocking data and calls for urgent action.
Children 82% of IDPs in 11 States - NHRC Report
A new NHRC report reveals children are 82% of 9,290 IDPs in 11 states, facing hunger and violence. The Commission urges action to domesticate the Kampala Convention and scale up child protection.
Yobe, Benue Top Nigeria's IDP List – NHRC Report
A new NHRC report reveals Yobe and Benue have the highest internally displaced persons in Nigeria, with children making up 82% of the 9,290 IDPs recorded. Read the full findings.
Eight Suspects Arraigned for Child Trafficking in Niger
Niger State Police have charged eight individuals for child trafficking and kidnapping. The syndicate allegedly stole and sold children from Lambata. Read the shocking details.
Nigeria Uses Tech to Fight Migrant Smuggling Networks
Nigeria Immigration Service unveils tech-driven strategy to dismantle sophisticated criminal networks fueling migrant smuggling and irregular migration. Learn about the new measures.
Botswana Youths Allegedly Deceived into Fighting for Russia
Botswana investigates claims two citizens, 19 & 20, were lured into Russia's war in Ukraine via a fake military training scheme. Government urges youth vigilance against suspicious offers.
Stakeholders intensify fight against local human trafficking
Stakeholders in Abuja renew calls for action against domestic human trafficking, highlighting survivor-led films and community awareness to combat the hidden crime within families and neighbourhoods. Read more.
NAPTIP, ICMPD Scale Up Fight Against Human Trafficking
NAPTIP and ICMPD held a capacity-building workshop in Lagos to enhance strategies against human trafficking and violence. The event focused on tackling tech-driven crimes and improving inter-agency collaboration.
516 Rights Violations Recorded in Adamawa
The NHRC in Adamawa state documented 516 human rights complaints from January to November 2025. Over half involved family and child abandonment. Report violations for redress.
Libya Ramps Up Repatriation of Irregular Migrants
Libya announces plans to send more sub-Saharan African migrants home, citing limited international support. Interior Minister Imad Trabelsi details the repatriation program and challenges.
Two Pastors Arrested in Niger Child Trafficking Ring
Niger State Police have arrested three more suspects, including two pastors, and rescued three additional children sold for N3.7 million. A total of nine children have now been recovered in the ongoing investigation.
Police Rescue 40 Trafficking Victims in Nasarawa
Nasarawa police rescue 40 Malian and Ivorian trafficking victims from a Mararaba bungalow. Prime suspect apprehended, victims handed to Immigration for investigation and repatriation.
Child Labour Surge Sparks Alarm in West Africa
Experts warn of rising child domestic work trapping thousands behind closed doors. Over 13 million children in West Africa face exploitation. Report abuse via toll-free line 0800-800-801.
Stolen 2-Year-Old Sold for N6.6m Rescued by Police
Niger State Police recover stolen 2-year-old girl sold in human trafficking ring involving Abuja pastor and London-based woman. Eight suspects arrested in ongoing investigation.
Nigeria launches real-time anti-trafficking platform
Nigeria intensifies fight against human trafficking with new digital surveillance platform as NAPTIP reports 872 arrests, 1,839 rescues in 2025. Join the movement to end modern slavery.
South Africans trapped in Ukraine drone factory scheme
Seventeen South African men recruited through social media influencers are trapped in Ukraine manufacturing drones. Investigation reveals global trafficking network exploiting African youth.
Over 75% of Trafficked Victims Are Children
ICMPD reveals over 75% of trafficked victims in West Africa are children. NAPTIP and Edo State launch teacher training to combat trafficking through education.
NAPTIP tightens noose on GBV offenders with 40 convictions
NAPTIP vows to intensify enforcement against gender-based violence offenders during 16 Days Activism. Agency secured 40 convictions, including life sentences for rapists. Join the fight to end digital violence against women.
Police Rescue 6 Children from Trafficking Syndicate
Niger State Police Command rescues six abducted children from human trafficking network operating between Niger and FCT. Suspects arrested, investigation ongoing.
Father of 3 Arrested for Trafficking Girls to Ghana
Adamawa police arrest Hamza Tukur Isa for trafficking young girls to Ghana. Suspect reveals how he lured victims with fake job promises. Police vow more arrests and urge parental vigilance.
Man arrested for trafficking girls to Ghana for prostitution
A 39-year-old man, Yusuf, has been arrested in Adamawa for trafficking girls from Lagos to Ghana for prostitution. Police urge public vigilance. Read more.
Woman sentenced to 7 years for human trafficking
NAPTIP secures 7-year conviction against Chinonso Omengor for human trafficking and prostitution exportation. Justice served in Delta State court case. Read the full details.
7 Nigerians rescued from cyber fraud trafficking in Ghana
Ghana's EOCO rescues 7 Nigerian trafficking victims forced into cybercrime. 10 suspects arrested in Operation LIFELINE. Victims aged 17-30 lured with fake job promises.
Customs rescues lion cub, monkeys from traffickers
Nigeria Customs Service intercepts endangered wildlife, arrests suspects in Seme border operation. Read how authorities are protecting Nigeria's biodiversity.
Nigerians Die in Libya Migrant Boat Capsize
Two Nigerians confirmed dead, two rescued as migrant boat carrying 49 people capsizes off Libya coast. Over 1,000 lives lost on Central Mediterranean route in 2025.
17 Children Rescued from Traffickers in Kaduna
Kaduna police arrest 3 suspected child traffickers, rescue 17 children in Zaria operation. Suspects confessed to planning transport to Abuja and beyond. Read full details.
Libya Deports 80 Nigerian Migrants
Libyan authorities have deported 80 Nigerian migrants found residing illegally. The operation was coordinated with Nigerian consular support at Mitiga Airport.
Court convicts 2 for recruiting minor for prostitution
Federal High Court in Jos convicts two defendants for child trafficking and prostitution offenses under TIPPEA Act 2015. Justice D.V. Agushi delivers landmark judgment.
Immigration stops 294 Nigerians from leaving country
Nigeria Immigration Service intercepts 294 citizens over smuggling suspicions, rescues 36 trafficking victims at Seme border. Learn about the evolving migration patterns.
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