By Divine Sam
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) in Jigawa State has successfully rescued 10 victims of suspected human trafficking during a midnight operation in Babura Local Government Area on January 12, 2025. The rescue operation, part of the “Operation Salama” initiative, involved the interception of 8 females and 2 males who were being trafficked through illegal migration routes to Europe. The victims, aged between 21 and 30, came from various Nigerian states, including Ogun, Oyo, Ondo, and Imo.
The individuals were intercepted while traveling from different locations in Nigeria to Kano and Babura, with plans to cross into the Niger Republic, then Libya, and eventually Europe via the Mediterranean Sea. The victims have been handed over to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) for rehabilitation and further investigation.
The NIS has expressed concern over the rising cases of human trafficking and illegal migration, urging parents and guardians to be vigilant and protect their children from falling victim to traffickers. The Command has also reaffirmed its commitment to combating irregular migration in the region.
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