The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission has announced the repatriation of 13 trafficked Nigerian girls from Ghana. “The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission alongside other stakeholders have rescued another set of 13 trafficked girls from Ghana, thus bringing the total repatriated back to the country within five months to 163. “Among the 163 included the 13 girls that were rescued and brought back to Nigeria over the weekend,” the statement read in part. The rescued girls, aged between 19 and 30 years, were reportedly lured to Ghana under the pretence of employment opportunities but were instead trapped in exploitative conditions. “The rescued young girls, ages 19 to 30 years, are from Ebonyi, Benue, Kaduna and Rivers states.

Source: Punch November 15, 2024 22:44 UTC