Naptip Nigeria

15/09/2026

It was a pleasant engagement today between the Management of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), led by the Director General, Binta Adamu Bello, OON, and a delegation from the European Border and Coast Guard Agency (FONTEX) led by Alain Lantoine, Team Leader, West Africa, Strategy, Governance and External Relations Division, as both parties deliberated on how to deepen the existing mutual relationship that will enhance proper migration and cross–border management within the West African Region.

The engagement was at the instance of the Courtesy visit by the Team from FONTEX to the Director General of NAPTIP, during which the visiting Team also briefed the Management of NAPTIP on its new regional project titled “AWARE” and its components.

Earlier in his speech, Alain Lantoine had commended the existing working relationship between NAPTIP and FONTEX and how to jointly boost the cooperation.

In her response, the Director General of NAPTIP, Binta Adamu Bello, expressed appreciation to FONTEX for its support to the Agency and called for a counter trafficking measure to address the issues of human trafficking and irregular migration from some of the Countries within the West African Sub-region.

Frontex, the European Border and Coast Guard Agency

15/09/2026

Every second matters when a child goes missing.

If you have information about a missing child, report it to NAPTIP and provide clear details that can support a swift response. Your information could help bring a child home safely.

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15/09/2026

NAPTIP and Expertise France , with funding from the AFD - Agence Française de Développement, have inaugurated the PROTECT Project, an initiative aimed at strengthening efforts to combat human trafficking across Nigeria and West Africa.

The partnership will promote stronger operational capacity, knowledge exchange, and cross-border cooperation to prevent trafficking and protect vulnerable persons.

14/09/2026

VALIDATION WORKSHOP

12/09/2026

All is now set for the much-anticipated Workshop on Strengthening the Criminal Justice Chain in Human Trafficking and Migrant Smuggling Cases, scheduled for Monday 14th –17th September 2026 @ REIZ Continental Hotel, Abuja, Nigeria. This workshop is implemented within the framework of the Common Operational Partnership (COP Nigeria), carried out by CIVIPOL in collaboration with the Fundación para la Internacionalización de las Administraciones Públicas in coordination (FIAP) under the Support to Migration Governance (Component 3) project in Nigeria, funded by the European Union in partnership with the Nigerian authorities. It is developed in articulation with the actions conducted by FIAP in Nigeria, particularly within initiatives aimed at strengthening migration governance and combating human trafficking and migrant smuggling.

European Union in Nigeria

12/09/2026

Strengthening partnerships, sharing expertise, and building stronger systems to prevent human trafficking across borders.

In collaboration with Expertise France, NAPTIP is advancing operational skills, knowledge exchange, and cross-border cooperation through the PROTECT Validation Workshop.

Together, we are strengthening collective efforts to prevent trafficking, protect vulnerable persons, and promote safer communities.

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11/09/2026

A Niger State High Court sitting in Minna, presided over by Hon. Justice Binta Bawa, has convicted Hussaini Suleiman (27, male) for ra**ng an 8-year-old girl, at his residence behind the Prison Quarters, Minna, Niger State. The convict pleaded guilty and was sentenced to 7 years imprisonment.

The case was referred to the NAPTIP Niger State Command by the Niger State Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) on 16th April 2026 following the report of the r**e of the minor. The convict admitted to committing the offence and was arraigned before Court 8 of the Niger State High Court, Minna, on 10th September 2026.

Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps

10/09/2026

We have received several reports concerning a disturbing video allegedly showing a lady abusing a minor. The Agency’s Cybercrime Response Unit has commenced an investigation into the matter.

We urge the public to desist from sharing or circulating the material, as doing so may further harm the child and compromise ongoing efforts to address the case.

08/09/2026

Not every opportunity is a safe one. Before accepting that job offer, travel opportunity, or promise of a better life, pause, verify, and ask questions.

Human trafficking often begins with deception. Let’s choose awareness, caution, and informed decisions to help create a safer tomorrow for everyone.

04/09/2026

Justice and accountability remain at the heart of the fight against human trafficking. Every conviction represents a step towards protecting victims, holding perpetrators accountable, and strengthening our collective resolve to end trafficking in persons.

NAPTIP remains committed to pursuing justice and ensuring that every survivor’s dignity and rights are protected.

Together, we can build a society where every person is safe, free, and treated with dignity.