Police Rescue 12 Trafficked Children in Abia State; Two Suspects Arrested In a significant operation on May 19, 2025, the Abia State Police Command rescued 12 children—ranging from two months to 14 years old—from a suspected illegal orphanage in Arochukwu Local Government Area. The children were found under the care of a couple, Blessing Emebo (49) and Sunday Emebo (42), who are now in police custody. The rescued children include: Male: Ojiugo Caleb (14), Christian Okoro (12), Samuel Okoro (13), Clinton Nkemakolam (9), Godwin Emmanuel (10), Osinachi Nkemakolam (6), Marvellous Emmanuel (5), David Emmanuel (7), Testimony Emebo (2 months). Female: Ogechi Nkemakolam (9), Chinaza Okoro (9), Anointing Okoro (7). These children were reportedly brought from various villages in Arochukwu and were found in the custody of the suspects. The suspects were apprehended based on credible intelligence and are currently undergoing interrogation at the State Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in Umuahia. The police have assured that the suspects will be arraigned in court upon the conclusion of the investigation. The children have been handed over to the Abia State Ministry of Women’s Affairs for proper care and rehabilitation. This incident underscores the ongoing issue of child trafficking in Nigeria. Authorities urge the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities related to child welfare. The Abia State Police Command continues to work diligently to combat such crimes and ensure the safety of vulnerable children. #AbiaPolice #ChildRescue #EndChildTrafficking

Police Rescue 12 Trafficked Children in Abia State In a significant operation, the Abia State Police Command has rescued 12 children who were victims of human trafficking. The children, whose ages and specific circumstances have not been disclosed, were found in a suspected trafficking syndicate's hideout. The police acted swiftly upon receiving credible intelligence, leading to the successful rescue operation. The police have arrested several suspects in connection with the trafficking ring and are conducting thorough investigations to dismantle the network and prevent further exploitation. The children are currently under the care of the state’s child protection services, receiving necessary medical attention and psychological support. This operation underscores the commitment of the Abia State Police Command to combat human trafficking and protect vulnerable children from exploitation. The police have urged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities. The Abia State government has expressed its gratitude to the police for their prompt action and reiterated its zero-tolerance policy towards human trafficking. Governor Alex Otti commended the efforts of the security agencies and assured that the rescued children would be rehabilitated and reunited with their families. He also called on parents to be more cautious and protective of their children to prevent such incidents. #AbiaPolice #ChildTrafficking #HumanTrafficking