A 26-year-old woman has been sentenced to seven years imprisonment for human trafficking activities in Delta State, marking another victory in Nigeria's fight against modern-day slavery.
Court Delivers Justice in Human Trafficking Case
Chinonso Omengor, a 26-year-old female, has been convicted by the Federal High Court in Asaba for her involvement in human trafficking operations. The court presided over by Justice F.A. Olubanjo, found her guilty of exporting persons for prostitution and organizing foreign travels that promote prostitution.
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) announced this development in an official statement released on Monday, November 17, 2025. The case represents another successful prosecution in Nigeria's ongoing battle against human trafficking networks.
Details of the Conviction and Sentencing
Omengor was initially arraigned before the Federal High Court in Asaba, Delta State, back in October 2021. After years of legal proceedings, the court finally delivered its judgment on November 13, 2025.
The sentencing included:
- Seven years imprisonment on each count, to run concurrently
- A cumulative fine of N10 million
- Additional compensation payment of N1 million to the victim
The conviction was secured under Sections 14(b) and 18 of the Trafficking in Persons (Prohibition) Enforcement and Administration Act, 2015, highlighting the legal framework being used to combat such crimes.
NAPTIP's Continued Fight Against Human Trafficking
This conviction demonstrates NAPTIP's commitment to prosecuting human trafficking cases across Nigeria. The agency has been increasingly active in dismantling trafficking networks that exploit vulnerable Nigerians, particularly young women.
The case against Omengor specifically addressed her specialization in exporting persons for prostitution and organizing foreign travels that facilitate prostitution activities. Such operations often target economically disadvantaged individuals with promises of better opportunities abroad.
This sentencing sends a strong message to human traffickers operating in Nigeria that the justice system will hold them accountable for their crimes against humanity.
