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NAPTIP decries CSOs’ involvement in human trafficking

NAPTIP raises alarm over human traffickers using CSOs as fronts to exploit vulnerable communities in Nigeria. Learn how to identify and report suspicious a Read More: https://punchng.com/naptip-decries-csos-involvement-in-human-trafficking/

NAPTIP decries CSOs’ involvement in human trafficking

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has expressed concern over the alleged involvement of civil society organisations (CSOs) as fronts used by human traffickers to target vulnerable communities. Traffickers often masquerade as representatives of NGOs to gain access to communities affected by insecurity, such as farmer-herder conflicts, and offer assistance under the guise of educational and humanitarian programmes.

Vincent Adekoye, the Head of Press and Public Relations at NAPTIP, revealed that the agency has rescued 118 children from trafficking networks in Nasarawa, Benue, and three other North-Central states. They urge Nigerians to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities involving organisations that seek to take children away from their families.

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