In a recent operation, the Delta State Police Command successfully rescued three underage girls from a brothel in Ughelli.
The raid, led by the state’s Commissioner of Police, followed an intelligence report From one of the distressed girls who left the Brothel about the illegal activities at the establishment.
The girls, aged between 13 and 22, were trafficked from various states and were forced into prostitution under distressing conditions. They were lured with promises of lucrative jobs and a better life but were instead exploited. The brothel was being run by A lady simply known as chinyere and her accomplice[❞].
The Mastermind on the Run
The main perpetrator, identified as Chinyere, is currently on the run. She was responsible for trafficking the girls, bringing them from their home states, and forcing them to take oaths in Patani before bringing them to the brothel. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend Chinyere and bring her to justice [❞].
The Girls’ Harrowing Accounts
During interviews, the rescued girls revealed the deceptive tactics used to lure them and the horrific conditions they endured.
Their stories underscore the urgent need for stronger measures to combat human trafficking and protect vulnerable individuals in Nigeria.
Ongoing Investigation
The police also arrested ten female suspected prostitutes during the raid. Investigations are ongoing to uncover the full extent of the trafficking ring and ensure all involved parties are held accountable.
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