ANAMBRA UPGRADES 130 PRIMARY HEALTH CENTRES, RECRUITS 1,000 HEALTH WORKERS. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 Anambra Upgrades 130 Primary Health Centres, Recruits 1,000 Health Workers ‎ ‎ ‎By Ezumezu Nonyelum ‎ ‎ ‎The Anambra State Government says it has upgraded 130 primary health centres across the state as part of efforts to improve access to quality healthcare. Each facility has been equipped with solar power, a reliable electricity supply and a 30 KVA generator to ensure uninterrupted medical services. ‎ ‎The government said the initiative aligns with its policy of providing at least one fully functional primary health centre in every political ward and one general hospital in each of the state's 21 local government areas. ‎ ‎As part of the healthcare expansion, the Soludo administration has constructed five new general hospitals: Okpoko General Hospital in Ogbaru, Solution Specialist Hospital in Fegge, Onitsha, Solution Rehabilitation Centre in Nibo, Ekwulobia General Hospital in Aguata, and Solution General Hospital in Anaku, Anyamelum. It also rehabilitated Umueri General Hospita...

BENUE HUMAN TRAFFICKING CRISIS DEEPENS AS GIRLS LURED ABROAD. (PHOTO).


 BENUE HUMAN TRAFFICKING CRISIS DEEPENS AS GIRLS LURED ABROAD 


Concerns are intensifying in Benue State following reports that young girls are being lured abroad under false promises of jobs, only to face exploitation. The trend has sparked fresh questions about enforcement gaps and the vulnerability of local communities.


Human trafficking remains a persistent issue in Nigeria, particularly in economically disadvantaged areas. Benue has increasingly come under scrutiny, with reports suggesting a steady rise in cases involving young women and underage girls.


Findings indicate that traffickers often pose as job recruiters, promising opportunities in countries such as Ghana, Mali, and Libya. Victims are reportedly transported through major hubs like Lagos before being moved across borders.


Investigations suggest the involvement of organised networks, including local agents and intermediaries who coordinate movements and logistics.


Once abroad, victims are said to face harsh working conditions, exploitation, and financial bondage. Some are reportedly unable to return due to accumulated debts or threats from traffickers.


Authorities, including NAPTIP and the Benue State Police Command, say efforts are ongoing to curb the menace. However, many residents believe enforcement measures have not kept pace with the growing scale of the problem.


Stakeholders are now calling for intensified surveillance, stronger community awareness, and tougher penalties for offenders. 

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