Child Trafficking Syndicate Dismantled, 6 Suspects Arrested
Nasarawa police rescue 8-year-old Jeremiah Bikwo, sold for N3m. Six suspects in custody as investigations continue. Read the shocking details.
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Police Rescue 17 Suspected Trafficking Victims in Nasarawa
Nasarawa State Police intercept a vehicle, rescuing 17 children and teenagers suspected to be victims of human trafficking. The victims were allegedly lured with promises of farming jobs. Read the full story.
Nigerian Couple Cries for Help Over Missing 4-Year-Old Daughter
A Nigerian couple in Ogijo, Ogun State, desperately seeks help to find their missing 4-year-old daughter, Oluwadabira, abducted last Friday. The family pleads for public assistance.
Dispatch Rider Jailed 7 Years for Drug Trafficking
A Lagos dispatch rider, Yahaya Nuru, has been sentenced to seven years imprisonment for trafficking tramadol and other prohibited drugs. Read the full court details.
Mbah Pledges Zero Tolerance for Child Abuse in Enugu
Enugu Governor Peter Mbah assures children of welfare and education priority, declaring zero tolerance for abuse. His administration invests over 30% of state budget in education for a prosperous future.
33 Underage Girls Rescued from Anambra Brothel
Anambra police raid a brothel in Aguleri, rescuing 33 underage girls. Victims reveal harrowing ordeal of abduction, forced oaths, and prostitution. Suspect at large.
Woman arrested for trafficking girls to Ghana, Ivory Coast
Niger State Police rescue two victims, arrest suspect Gift Segun Lucky for human trafficking and s3xual exploitation. Efforts ongoing to rescue third victim in Ivory Coast.
Anambra Police Bust Trafficking Syndicate, Rescue 33 Girls
Anambra Police Command rescues 33 underage girls, arrests suspect in Awkuzu raid. Breakthrough follows tip on children abducted from Ebonyi. Read the full report.
Couple Arrested in Libya for Torturing, Starving Child
A Nigerian woman and her Ghanaian husband have been detained in Tripoli over the alleged torture and starvation of an orphaned child to death. The shocking case emerged on January 7, 2025.
Police Rescue 33 Girls, Bust Trafficking Syndicate in Anambra
Anambra Police raid uncovers child trafficking syndicate in Awkuzu, rescuing 33 underage girls and arresting a suspect. The operation followed a tip-off about abducted girls from Ebonyi. Read the full story.
Ex-Maid Forced to Clean Kerosene with Tongue at Age 10
Ekwotosi Okeh shares a harrowing childhood experience of domestic servitude. The techpreneur was forced to use her tongue to clean kerosene. Read her shocking story.
Girl Hospitalised After Alleged Assault by Stepfather in Lagos
A young girl, Chilotam, is hospitalised after her stepfather allegedly hit her with a plank containing nails. The incident, reported by a neighbour, highlights ongoing child maltreatment. Read the full report and the community's call for justice.
How Nigerian Children Live: Stark Contrasts in Childhood
Explore the dual realities of Nigerian childhood, from affluent urban life to rural poverty. Learn about the 54% in multidimensional poverty and 14.8 million out-of-school children. Discover the facts.
Substitute Teacher, Boyfriend Face Child Abuse Charges
A former Texas substitute teacher and her boyfriend are jailed on charges of aggravated assault of a child and possessing illegal material. Read the full story.
Intelligence-Driven Action Urged Against Human Trafficking
West African stakeholders call for urgent, coordinated action against human trafficking, highlighting its $150bn annual profit and 75% child victim rate. Learn about the regional strategy.
Mother Cries for Help After Husband Takes 2-Year-Old Child
A young Nigerian mother pleads for help on TikTok, alleging her husband and his family assaulted her and took her 2-year-old child. Read the full story and public reactions.
DOJ Releases Shocking New Epstein Photos
The DOJ has released disturbing new photos of Jeffrey Epstein with young girls. See the shocking details and the whistleblower finally vindicated.
Police Expose Fake Kidnapping, Adulterated Gin in Delta
Delta Police uncover a fabricated baby kidnapping used to cover child trafficking and a decades-old illegal gin factory. Suspects arrested, investigations ongoing. Read the shocking details.
Eight Suspects Arraigned for Child Trafficking in Niger
Niger State Police have charged eight individuals for child trafficking and kidnapping. The syndicate allegedly stole and sold children from Lambata. Read the shocking details.
Man, 50, arrested for defiling 12-year-old girl in Osun
Osun Police arrest a 50-year-old man for allegedly defiling a 12-year-old neighbour since July 2025. The victim's mother discovered the crime. Police urge public vigilance.
50-Year-Old Man Arrested for Defiling Girl, 12, in Osun
Osun police arrest a neighbour for defiling a 12-year-old girl since July. The victim's malnutrition was discovered during medical care. CP Gotan condemns the act, urging vigilance.
Stakeholders intensify fight against local human trafficking
Stakeholders in Abuja renew calls for action against domestic human trafficking, highlighting survivor-led films and community awareness to combat the hidden crime within families and neighbourhoods. Read more.
Newly Released Epstein Island Photos Show Abuse Compound
US House Democrats release never-before-seen images from Jeffrey Epstein's private island, offering a stark look at the site of years of sexual abuse and trafficking. See the disturbing details.
Nigerian Sentenced to 22 Years in South Africa Drug Case
A South African court sentences a Nigerian national and a local associate to a combined 37 years for drug trafficking. Read the full details of the methamphetamine bust and convictions.
Cartels Smuggle Drugs in Livestock Vessels to Europe
International drug cartels are exploiting filthy livestock ships to smuggle tonnes of cocaine into Europe. Learn how poor sanitary conditions create a 'logistical nightmare' for authorities.
Nigerian, South African Sentenced to 37 Years for Drugs
A Nigerian man and his South African accomplice have been sentenced to a combined 37 years in prison for drug trafficking. The pair met on social media. Read the full story.
Two Pastors Arrested in Niger Child Trafficking Ring
Niger State Police have arrested three more suspects, including two pastors, and rescued three additional children sold for N3.7 million. A total of nine children have now been recovered in the ongoing investigation.
Troops nab driver, seize 276kg cannabis in Kogi
Nigerian Army troops in Kogi intercept a vehicle with 306 parcels of cannabis, arrest fleeing driver. A major blow to drug networks linked to banditry. Read the full details.
Police Rescue 40 Trafficking Victims in Nasarawa
Nasarawa police rescue 40 Malian and Ivorian trafficking victims from a Mararaba bungalow. Prime suspect apprehended, victims handed to Immigration for investigation and repatriation.
Trump closes Venezuela airspace in major escalation
US President Donald Trump has declared Venezuela's airspace closed, escalating tensions with Nicolas Maduro. Major airlines have suspended flights, disrupting regional travel. Read the full details.
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