NAPTIP Rescues 64 Trafficking Victims in Ebonyi State

The Ebonyi State command of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) reported significant achievements in combating human trafficking, rescuing 64 victims and arresting 90 suspects from 2022 to 2026. Mr. Offor Berther, the command's representative, disclosed these figures during a briefing with journalists in Abakaliki.

The victims included both children and adults trafficked from various countries, including Libya and Ghana, as well as different parts of Nigeria. The command has investigated no fewer than 74 trafficking-related cases during this period, with eight cases currently pending in court.

To enhance awareness, NAPTIP has intensified sensitization campaigns across the state, including an anti-human trafficking program that has reached 64 schools. Additionally, a community watchdog group has been established to strengthen grassroots efforts to prevent human trafficking and protect vulnerable individuals.

Residents are urged to report suspected trafficking cases to NAPTIP using the emergency short code 627 and the phone number 08033333627.