NAPTIP rescues two trafficked children from Abuja and Lagos in Gombe
Two minors suspected to have been trafficked by their relatives have been recovered by the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP).
A four-month-old girl named Aisha Shehu and an 11-year-old boy named Usman Kabiru were rescued from Abuja and Lagos, respectively, according to reports obtained by NewsNow.
Aminu Shira, the Gombe State Commander of NAPTIP, confirmed the successful rescue operations, emphasizing the agency's dedication to safeguarding lives.
Shira revealed that the children were rescued following the apprehension of 16 suspects by the police in January. Subsequent investigations uncovered instances of child trafficking, baby sales, and sexual exploitation.
"On the 10th of January, 2024, the Nigeria Police Force Gombe State Command transferred ...