MAN FOUND UNCONSCIOUS AFTER ALLEGEDLY THROWING CHILDREN FROM STOREY BUILDING IN ABA. (PHOTO).
NAPTIP rescued 15 persons, including foreign nationals, during a joint operation targeting fraudulent online marketing activities linked to exploitation and organized crime.
NAPTIP UNGOVERS SUSPECTED HUMAN TRAFFICKING NETWORK DISGUISED AS ONLINE MARKETING COMPANY IN NASARAWA
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has uncovered a suspected human trafficking syndicate involving foreign nationals operating within Keffi and Karu Local Government Areas of Nasarawa State. The discovery followed a joint operation carried out by officers of the Investigation Department and the Intelligence and International Cooperation Unit (IlCU) on 7th May, 2026 between 1645hrs and 1800hrs, based on credible intelligence regarding suspicious activities linked to fraudulent online marketing operations. Preliminary investigation revealed that fifteen (15) persons comprising four (4) female victims and eleven (11) male victims were found at the location. Among the male victims, three (3) were identified as Nigerians, while others are foreign nationals. Findings indicate that the suspects allegedly operated under the guise of an online marketing company to recruit and harbor unsuspecting persons in conditions suspected to be connected to human trafficking, cyber-related exploitation, and other organized criminal activities. NAPTIP views the emerging trend as a serious security and humanitarian concern due to the deceptive recruitment methods employed by the traffickers and the vulnerability of victims to exploitation. Investigation is ongoing to uncover the full extent of the network and apprehend other collaborators. The Agency reiterates its commitment to combating human trafficking and urges members of the public to report suspicious recruitment activities and movements within their communities to relevant authorities.
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