NAPTIP Rescues 184 Trafficking Victims, Including Three Pregnant Women in Plateau
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The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has successfully rescued 184 victims of human trafficking in Plateau State, with three of them confirmed to be pregnant.
Anne Felix, Acting Head of Counselling and Rehabilitation at NAPTIP Plateau, stated the rescues occurred during a series of raids targeting trafficking operations. The victims include children, teenagers, and adults, some of whom have been placed in rehabilitation programs, while perpetrators are facing prosecution and imprisonment.
Felix also noted recent interventions that prevented several potential trafficking cases, including victims en route to Akure, who were safely reunited with their families.
The announcement was made during a workshop on Women, Peace, and Security, held alongside the validation of Local Action Plans for Jos South, Mangu, and Wase LGAs. The event aimed to strengthen women’s participation in peacebuilding and protect communities from security threats.
Dr. Sesan Peter, lead researcher from the University of Jos, explained that the Local Action Plans allow grassroots reporting of security issues, provide assistance channels, and enable women to contribute to conflict resolution.
Lantana Bako Abdullahi, Executive Director of Women for Positive Peacebuilding Initiatives, highlighted that Plateau is implementing a third-generation State Action Plan focusing on prevention, protection, participation, relief, and recovery for women affected by conflict.
The initiative is supported by the Strengthening Peace and Resilience in Nigeria (SPRiNG) Programme, funded by the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, and implemented by Tetra Tech International Development. Participants stressed the importance of public education on laws protecting women and girls to strengthen community resilience.
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