LAGOS POLICE CRACK DOWN ON TRANS-BORDER CHILD TRAFFICKING GANG
The Lagos State Police Command has successfully dismantled a notorious trans-border child trafficking syndicate, rescuing 11 victims and arresting four suspects allegedly involved in recruiting and transporting young Nigerians to Ghana for prostitution.
*Key Arrests and Rescues*
- *Suspects Arrested:* Four suspects were arrested, including:
- *Mustapha Abubakar*, a suspected commercial motorcyclist and recruiter, found in possession of a 15-year-old girl about to be trafficked
- *Charles Chima*, 54, arrested at Amuwo Odofin
- *Emmanuel Nwaka*, 36, arrested along the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway
- *Princess John*, 21, arrested at Ojota
- *Victims Rescued:* 11 victims, aged between 21 and 29, were rescued and are now in protective care, receiving necessary support and assistance
*Investigation and Support*
- *Investigation:* The police received actionable intelligence, leading to a coordinated manhunt and arrests. The suspects are assisting investigators in uncovering the full extent of the network.
- *Support:* The rescued victims are receiving necessary support and assistance, with arrangements underway to reunite them with their families.
*Police Commitment*
- *Zero Tolerance:* The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Jimoh, reaffirmed the Command’s zero-tolerance policy for human trafficking and exploitation.
- *Public Vigilance:* He urged the public to remain vigilant, monitor the welfare of young persons, and promptly report suspicious activities to the police.
~Oracle of Peace 🕊️
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