CSOs now involved in human trafficking, NAPTIP alleges
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), on Tuesday, alleged that many civil society organisations now masquerade as helpers of vulnerable Nigerians to traffick unsuspecting youth from rural areas. It also said many faith-based Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) were culpable in the menace, insisting that they usually target communities ravaged by farmers […]
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has accused many civil society organisations and faith-based NGOs of masquerading as helpers of vulnerable Nigerians to traffic unsuspecting youth from rural areas, according to a recent press briefing. The Head of Press and Public Relations, Vincent Adekoye, stated this at the National Counter-Terrorism Centre (NCTC) in Abuja.
He explained that human traffickers have shifted their focus from targeting only female gender and have started targeting male young persons. They now use technology to recruit and exploit these individuals, often through social media platforms. NAPTIP has recovered 118 children from traffickers in Nasarawa, Benue, and three other North Central states.
Recently, they rescued 16 young boys from Thailand who were lured with promises of lucrative job offers. The agency urges Nigerians to remain vigilant and contact NAPTIP if they suspect any human trafficking activities.
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