Nigerian Girl Trafficked to Ghana and Flogged for Failing to Meet Daily Quota of 30 Men
A young Nigerian girl, who was trafficked to Ghana under false pretenses, has been subjected to severe punishment by her traffickers for failing to meet a daily quota of sleeping with 30 men. The shocking incident was brought to light by Benue activist Zege Orkwande, who has been actively involved in locating and rescuing trafficked girls from his state. In a Facebook post on Sunday, April 5, Orkwande shared a video of the victim and vowed to reveal more details soon, while also promising to facilitate necessary arrests in the case.
The victim was lured to Ghana with the promise of a decent job, only to find herself trapped in a harrowing situation of sexual exploitation. Orkwande explained that the traffickers deceived her, leading to her trafficking across the border. Upon arrival, she was forced into prostitution and faced brutal consequences when she could not comply with the excessive daily demand. The activist's post highlighted the grim reality faced by many trafficked individuals, emphasizing the urgent need for intervention and justice.
In his statement, Orkwande wrote, "She was deceived, trafficked to Ghana. Because she's unable to sleep with 30 men a day, she received punishment. I'll bring the gist here and make necessary arrests soon." This case underscores the pervasive issue of human trafficking in the region, where vulnerable individuals are often exploited for labor or sex under false promises. The video shared by Orkwande serves as a stark reminder of the abuses endured by victims and the critical role activists play in raising awareness and coordinating rescue efforts.
The incident has sparked outrage and calls for increased action against trafficking networks operating between Nigeria and Ghana. Authorities are urged to collaborate with activists like Orkwande to dismantle these criminal operations and provide support for survivors. As more details emerge, this case is expected to shed light on the broader patterns of exploitation and the challenges in combating such crimes effectively.
