Executive Summary
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Federal Capital Territory Command, rescued a 15-year-old girl from a human trafficking attempt in the Kwali Area Council of Abuja. The FCT NSCDC spokesperson, Monica Ojobi, stated that the minor had been held for about two weeks by a 46-year-old suspect without her family's consent. Preliminary investigations revealed allegations of sexual molestation and plans to traffic the girl to Libya for child labor. FCT Commandant Olusola Odumosu assured the victim's family that justice would be pursued and that the corps is committed to dismantling human trafficking networks. The suspect and victim have been handed over to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) for further investigation and possible prosecution.
- NSCDC foils human trafficking attempt of a 15-year-old girl to Libya, suspect arrested and handed over to NAPTIP.
What Is Driving The Story?
- Poverty and lack of opportunities.
- Demand for cheap labor in Libya.
- Organized crime networks.