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No fewer than 78 Nigerian girls trafficked to C\u00f4te d\u2019Ivoire was safely repatriated home in the early hours of yesterday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The victims, some of whom were pregnant, arrived at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, at approximately 1:00 a.m., and were received by the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons NAPTIP.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking at the airport\u2019s arrival wing, the Director-General of NAPTIP, Dr. Binta Bello, described the rescue as a powerful symbol of national responsibility and resilience in the face of transnational trafficking crimes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Describing them as rescued daughters of the nation, Bello said: \u201cToday (yesterday) marks not only their safe return but also a reaffirmation of our unwavering commitment to ending the scourge of human trafficking.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

She confirmed that some of the perpetrators behind the trafficking ring had already been apprehended and would be prosecuted.
While she did not disclose specific details for operational security, Bello assured Nigerians that NAPTIP was working in close collaboration with international partners to dismantle the networks responsible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Explaining further, she said: \u201cThe return of the young women was made possible through a coordinated effort involving the Nigerian government, international partners, and private sector support, notably Air Peace, which facilitated the victims\u2019 return free of charge.
\u201cYour courage and survival symbolise hope for thousands still trapped in the shadows. You are home. And this country stands with you.\u2019\u2019
Expressing gratitude to the federal government for its consistent political will and support for NAPTIP\u2019s mission, civil society organizations and global partners, she said \u201cthe collaboration continues to empower us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u2018\u2019This latest rescue highlights Nigeria\u2019s ongoing struggle against a deeply rooted trafficking crisis.\u2019\u2019<\/p>\n\n\n\n

According to the NAPTIP boss, hundreds of Nigerian women and girls are trafficked annually to West African countries, Europe, and the Middle East, often under the guise of job offers or false promises.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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