7 h. ago NAPTIP Busts Human Trafficking Syndicate In Abuja, Arrests Eight, Rescues 29 Victims

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has uncovered and dismantled a human trafficking ring operating between Nigeria and Ghana. Eight suspects were taken into custody, while 29 victims—mostly young West Africans—were rescued during the operation. The syndicate was smashed in Gwagwalada, a suburb of Abuja, where traffickers had been running […] The post NAPTIP Busts Human Trafficking Syndicate In Abuja, Arrests Eight, Rescues 29 Victims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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8 h. ago NAPTIP arrests 8 human trafficking suspects, rescues 29 foreign victims in Abuja

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Operatives of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) have arrested eight persons suspected to be members of a notorious human trafficking syndicate operating between Nigeria and Ghana. The Agency, in a statement on Wednesday, noted that 29 victims, most of whom are foreign nationals from some […] The post NAPTIP arrests 8 human trafficking suspects, rescues 29 foreign victims in Abuja appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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12 h. ago NAPTIP arrests eight human trafficking suspects, rescues 29 foreign victims in Abuja

Tribune Online NAPTIP arrests eight human trafficking suspects, rescues 29 foreign victims in Abuja The suspects are believed to be members of an organised trafficking network operating between Ghana and Nigeria. NAPTIP arrests eight human trafficking suspects, rescues 29 foreign victims in Abuja Tribune Online

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20 h. ago Human Trafficking, Stowaway Account For $100m Global Loss Annually – Shippers Council

The executive secretary/chief executive officer of Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Dr. Pius Akutah, said human trafficking and stowaways accounted for a global loss of over $100 million annually. He stated this while receiving in his Abuja office the management of the National Agency for Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) and MMS WoFHoF Initiative, an […]

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25 h. ago Shippers’ Council, NAPTIP launch maritime war on human trafficking

By Steve Agbota The Executive Secretary/Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), Dr. Pius Akutah, has advocated inter-agency and multi-sectoral collaborations to combat the rising incidents of human trafficking and stowaways in the nation’s marine and blue economy sector. He stated this while receiving in his Abuja office the leadership of the National Agency […] The post Shippers’ Council, NAPTIP launch maritime war on human trafficking appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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34 h. ago NCS, Shippers’ Council, collaborate on B’Odogwu implementation

From Godwin Tsa Abuja The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has initiated a high-level consultation with the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) to address challenges arising from the implementation of the Unified Customs Management System, commonly known as B’Odogwu. The meeting was targeted at finding practical solutions to mitigate delays and demurrage experienced by freight forwarders and […] The post NCS, Shippers’ Council, collaborate on B’Odogwu implementation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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37 h. ago B’Odogwu: Customs, Shippers Council meet over seaport delays, demurrage charges

Tribune Online B’Odogwu: Customs, Shippers Council meet over seaport delays, demurrage charges In line with its modernisation drive and commitment to trade facilitation, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has held high-level consultations with the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC) on the implementation of the Unified Customs Management System, popularly known as B’Odogwu. B’Odogwu: Customs, Shippers Council meet over seaport delays, demurrage charges Tribune Online

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5 d. ago Enugu police foil human trafficking to Ghana, rescue 2 teenagers girls

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Enugu State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old man, Raymond Sunday Wonna, for alleged transnational human trafficking and rescued two teenage girls ,who were reportedly being taken to Ghana under false pretences. Enugu state Police Public Relations Officer ( PPRO)Daniel Ndukwe, said in a statement , yesterday that the victims, […] The post Enugu police foil human trafficking to Ghana, rescue 2 teenagers girls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Benue: ICMPD, NAPTIP engage school principals, STEAP Vanguards coordinators to fight trafficking

By Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), in collaboration with the International Centre for Migration Policy Development (ICMPD) and the Benue State Ministry of Education, has engaged school principals in Benue State to adopt strategic approaches to curb the high rate of human trafficking in the state. […] The post Benue: ICMPD, NAPTIP engage school principals, STEAP Vanguards coordinators to fight trafficking appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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6 d. ago Enugu police foil trafficking to Ghana, rescue two teenage girls

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Enugu State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old man, Raymond Sunday Wonna, for alleged transnational human trafficking and rescued two teenage girls who were reportedly being taken to Ghana under false pretences. Police spokesman, Daniel Ndukwe, said in a statement on Thursday, August 14, 2025, that the victims, 18-year-old Miracle […] The post Enugu police foil trafficking to Ghana, rescue two teenage girls appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Police Arrest Transnational Human Trafficking Suspect In Enugu

The Enugu State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old Raymond Sunday Wonna, a transnational trafficking suspect, and rescued two victims, Miracle Ogar, aged 18; and 16-year-old Angela Kingsley, all of Yala local government area of Cross River State. Spokesman of the Enugu State Police Command, SP Daniel Ndukwe said the suspect was apprehended on 30th […]

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9 d. ago A New Era At The Nigerian Shippers’ Council: When Leadership, Support, Collaboration Align

During my recent visits to the Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), I witnessed an institution undergoing a profound transformation. From dusty bureaucracy to digitized efficiency, from reactive posturing to strategic leadership, the NSC today reflects a powerful synergy between visionary leadership, ministerial support, and presidential will. At the centre of this transformation is Dr. Pius Akutah, […]

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2 w. ago Lagos, NCFRMI to partner on human trafficking, displacement programmes

Tribune Online Lagos, NCFRMI to partner on human trafficking, displacement programmes Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed his administration’s readiness to partner with the National Commission for Refugees, Migrants and Internally Displaced Persons (NCFRMI) to redefine the national discourse on migration and displacement, promoting a more positive and inclusive narrative for the country. Governor Sanwo-Olu expressed this commitment on Tuesday during a courtesy visit by […] Lagos, NCFRMI to partner on human trafficking, displacement programmes Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Okpebholo unveils plans to reintegrate trafficked youths, tame irregular migration 

From Tony Osauzo, Benin Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to eradicate irregular migration, human trafficking, and the associated human rights abuses that have long plagued the State.  The Government through a bold, structured, and multi-sectoral response led by the Edo State Migration Agency,  is charting a new path towards […] The post Okpebholo unveils plans to reintegrate trafficked youths, tame irregular migration  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Ondo Police Arrest 10 Beninese Nationals For Alleged Human Trafficking

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested ten nationals of the Republic of Benin over an alleged illegal human trafficking operation in Akure, the state capital. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Mr. Lawal Adebowale, disclosed the development while addressing journalists on Sunday. He revealed that the suspects were apprehended at various residences along […] The post Ondo Police Arrest 10 Beninese Nationals For Alleged Human Trafficking appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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2 w. ago ‘We are building an integrated logistics system that supports inclusive trade, others’

Being an address by Akutah Pius Ukeyima, executive secretary/CEO, Nigerian Shippers’ Council (NSC), at The ICC Nigeria Post AGM talk read more ‘We are building an integrated logistics system that supports inclusive trade, others’

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