13 more trafficked women rescued from Ghana – NiDCOM
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has announced the repatriation of 13 trafficked Nigerian ladies from Ghana. According to a statement signed by NiDCOM’s spokesperson, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, on Friday, the latest rescue brings the total number of trafficked victims brought back home since July 2024 to 163. “The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission alongside other stakeholders have […]
Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM)
The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has announced the repatriation of 13 trafficked Nigerian ladies from Ghana.
According to a statement signed by NiDCOM’s spokesperson, Abdur-Rahman Balogun, on Friday, the latest rescue brings the total number of trafficked victims brought back home since July 2024 to 163.
“The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission alongside other stakeholders have rescued another set of 13 trafficked girls from Ghana, thus bringing the total repatriated back to the country within five months to 163.
The operation was carried out through a collaborative effort involving the Ghanaian Anti-Human Trafficking Police, Rescue Live Foundation International and NIDO Ghana, with the support of NiDCOM.
The rescued victims, aged between 19 and 30 years, were reportedly lured to Ghana under the pretence of employment opportunities but were instead trapped in exploitative conditions.
The Chairman/CEO of NiDCOM, Abike Dabiri-Erewa, expressed appreciation for the coordinated efforts that made the operation possible.
She thanked the First Lady, Mrs Oluremi Tinubu, and Ebonyi State governor, Francis Nwifuru, for their roles in supporting the repatriation process.