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We have rescued over 1000 victims of human trafficking – NAPTIP
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, Kano Zonal Command said that it has rescued no fewer than 1,085 victims of human trafficking from January to July 2023. The Public Relations Officer of the zone, Mr. Aliyu Kalli disclosed this while speaking to newsmen on Wednesday. He also said the 1,085…
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NAPTIP Axes Five for Corruption, Leaking Information
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, has dismissed a Deputy Director and four other officers for various offences. The spokesperson for the agency, Vincent Adekoye, made this known in a statement made available to journalists on Wednesday. Adekoye explained that the offences range from corruption to demanding and receiving bribes…
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NAPTIP Advocates Harmonization of Child Rights Laws
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP has called for the harmonization of laws relating to child rights to enable the country to tackle all forms of modern-day slavery. The Director-General of NAPTIP, Dr Fatima Waziri made the call in a message on the occasion of International Day for the Remembrance…
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Osinbajo Advocates Collaborative Efforts Against Human Trafficking
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo has called for collaborative efforts of all stakeholders in the fight against human trafficking and migration. The Vice President made the call in Abuja at the grand finale of the 2022 United Nations, UN Day Against Human Trafficking. Represented by Mr Adéọlá Ipaye, Deputy Chief of Staff to the President, Office of…
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NAPTIP Rescues Aged Burundian Woman, Children From Traffickers In Imo
The combined operatives of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, and the Department of State Services, DSS, Imo State Command, have rescued a middle-aged Burundian woman and her three children suspected to be victims of trafficking, from a village in Imo State where they were being exploited by their trafficker.…
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NAPTIP Gets New DG
President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the appointment of Fatima Waziri- Azi,Ph.D as Director General of the National Agency for Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) .This is sequel to a recommendation of the Hon. Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Sadiya Umar Farouq, who expressed the “urgent need for the Ministry to…
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JIFORM Seeks Rescue of 20-year Old Nigerian Lady from Prostitution Camp in Ghana
The the Journalists International Forum For Migration (JIFORM) has petitioned National Agency for Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) seeking rescue of a Nigerian lady trapped in a prostitution camp in Ghana. The petition is contained in a Press Release signed by the Forum’s President, Ajibola Abayomi. TEXT May 6, 2021 Press Statement…
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Gov. Makinde To Unveil Maiden Edition Of Diaspora Day
Governor Seyi Makinde will unveil the maiden edition of the State’s Diaspora Day. The event which will take place On April 22 in the Oyo State Capital, Ibadan is themed Promoting Diaspora Investments, Safe Migration and Curbing Human Trafficking. This is as the governor’s aide on Diaspora Matters; Bolanle Sarumi Aliyu declared that the state…
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Oyo Kicks Against Slavery Of Nigerians, Seeks Support From Foreign Minister, NAPTIP
The Senior Special Assistant to the Oyo State Governor on Daispora Matters, Bolanle Sarumi Aliyu has called for concerted efforts towards rescuing several Nigerian men and women from the modern day slavery in the Middle East especially in Oman and Dubai. Bolanle, a passionate advocate for decent work for Nigerians abroad made the appeal during…
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We shall continue to tackle human trafficking vigorously – Humanitarian Minister
The Honourable Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Hajia Sadiya Umar Farouk, has promised that the Federal Government of Nigeria will continue to provide the necessary support and resources to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) in a bid to adequately address the issue of human trafficking…
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Àjọ NAPTIP Gùnlé Ètò Ìdánilẹ́kọ Fáwọn Òsìsẹ́ Rẹ̀ Láti Gbógun Ti Ìwà Ìfinisòwò Lọ́nà Àitọ́
Àjọ tón gbógun ti fífi èyàn sòwò lọ́nà àitọ́, ti bẹ̀rẹ̀ ìdánilẹ́kọ fún àwọn òsìsẹ́ nípinlẹ̀ lórí gbígbógun ti gbígbé àwọn èyàn kúrò lórílẹ̀èdè yíì lọ́nà àitọ́. Olùdarí àgbà fájọ ọ̀hún Arábìnrin Julie Okah-Donli ló sọ eléyíì di mímọ̀ lásìkò ìdánilẹ́kọ tó wáyé nílu Èkó, tó sì sàpèjúwe ìdásílẹ̀ ikọ̀ òsìsẹ́ tí yóò máà gbógun…
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Intensifying Fights Against Human Trafficking
Human trafficking involves the use of force, fraud, or coercion to obtain some type of labour or commercial sex act. Every year, millions of men, women, and children are trafficked worldwide. This can happen in any community and victims can be of any age, race, gender, or nationality. Traffickers might use violence, manipulation, or false…
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NAPTIP Inaugurates Taskforce in Ogun
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has inaugurated the Ogun Taskforce on Human Trafficking to stem the tide of human trafficking and irregular migration in the state and the country. The taskforce is chaired by the Ogun State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr Gbolahan Adeniran . The Director…
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JIFORM Makes Case for Stranded Nigerians Abroad
The Journalists International Forum For Migration (JIFORM) has urged the Federal Government to defer the evacuation mission beyond the August 25, 2020 deadline to accommodate fresh 425 trafficked Nigerian women stranded in Oman and Saudi Arabia as compiled by JIFORM and other organizations. JIFORM also called on the government at all levels to declare a…
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Human Trafficking: NAPTIP Solicits Synergy among Stakeholders
As the world celebrates the International Day against Human Trafficking, the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking inPerson, NAPTIP, has called for a synergy among stakeholders to tackle themenace in the country. Osogbo zonal commander of the agency, Alhaji Mustapha Saadu made thecall while speaking with Gold FM, Ilesa, on the significance of theinternational…
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NAPTIP Secures Conviction of Man for Attempted Trafficking
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, has secured the conviction of one Mr Samuel Ofor, who was put behind bars for his role in the attempted trafficking of 19-year-old Cynthia Ode, to Mali. The accused was arrested at the Seme border in June 2017, after successfully procuring travel documents for…
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Human Trafficking: Osun NAPTIP Boss Seeks Support of Gold FM
The National Agency for Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP, says it would enhance its sensitization campaign to create more awareness on dangers embedded in human trafficking. Osun State Zonal Commander of the agency, Mr Mustapha Ajara stated this in Osogbo while playing host to the management of Radio Nigeria, Gold FM, Ilesa. Mr Ajara who noted…
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NAPTIP to Frustrate Human Traffickers in Nigeria
With the repositioning and strengthening of its intelligence mechanisms, the National Agency for Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, NAPTIP is set to frustrate cabals and others profiting from human trafficking trade in Nigeria. Press Officer of the agency, Mr Vincent Adekoye disclosed this at an international virtual summit on zoom. While stressing the readiness of the agency…
