NAPTIP Rescues 184 Trafficked Victims in Plateau State

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) successfully rescued 184 victims of human trafficking in Plateau State, including three pregnant women. Ann Felix, the head counsel for NAPTIP in Plateau, disclosed this during an interview on Tuesday, following a quarterly meeting of the Plateau State Action Plan Implementation Committee on Women, Peace, and Security.

The agency has made significant strides in eradicating human trafficking in the state, conducting raids that led to the rescue of these individuals. Currently, five victims are undergoing rehabilitation, while efforts continue to prosecute traffickers.

The workshop, facilitated by Dr. Sesan Peter, aims to strengthen women's participation in peacebuilding and security matters. Lantana Bako Abdullahi of WOPPI noted that Plateau is among the few states implementing the third-generation state action plan focused on five pillars: prevention, protection, participation, relief, and recovery.

Rebecca Shasset emphasized the importance of women's involvement in peace efforts, highlighting their role as key agents of reconciliation.