FCT police stops a plan to traffic in children, save minors

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) police leadership foiled a plan to traffic in children by conducting a daring operation that freed five juveniles from the grasp of suspected traffickers.

In a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, FCT Command, SP Josephine Adeh, two female suspects, Kulu Dogonyaro and Elizabeth Ojah, were taken into custody by the operatives on April 27, 2024, at approximately 8:00 p.m. at Kagini Junction, Abuja. While trying to transport the five youngsters into the Federal Capital Territory, the suspects were apprehended.

“The suspects, who initially attempted to escape arrest from Sokoto police operatives, were finally apprehended by our eagle-eyed officers in Abuja,” Adeh said.

The six to twelve-year-old youngsters who were saved have been turned over to the Sokoto State Police Command for additional inquiry and family reunion.

“We are working closely with our counterparts in Sokoto to ensure that the children are safely returned to their loved ones,” said CP Benneth C. Igweh, Commissioner of Police, FCT Command.

He urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the police immediately.

The police commissioner reiterated the command’s commitment to combating child trafficking and other crimes in the FCT. “We will continue to work tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of all residents, especially our children,” he emphasized.

The suspects, Kulu Dogonyaro and Elizabeth Ojah are currently in police custody and will be charged to court upon completion of investigations.

The FCT command also urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities, assuring that the police will continue to work diligently to ensure the safety and security of all.