Crime
NAPTIP: Police in India arrests Nigerian trafficker, rescue 3 victims
NAPTIP: Police in India arrests Nigerian trafficker, rescue 3 victims
The joint operatives of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), the New Delhi Police has arrested a notorious foreign-based alleged human trafficker, Joy Shandy Okah in a deliberate operation targeting big-time traffickers outside Nigeria.
Okah was arrested in January 6, 2022 with joint efforts from the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP).
According to reports, the suspect engaged in targeting big-time traffickers outside Nigeria.
Her arrest also led to the rescue of three Nigerian victims who were of forced into prostitution in New Delhi, India.
Mrs Angela Agbayekhai, Head of the International and Intelligence Cooperation Unit of NAPTIP, said, “On December 12, 2021, NAPTIP received an SOS via email from a 17-year-old girl who was deceitfully trafficked from Nigeria for forced prostitution in India.
“She requested the intervention of the NAPTIP for her rescue and that of other Nigerian victims held captive and forced into the sex trade by one Joy Shandy Okah,a Nigerian based in India.
“NAPTIP networked with the Indian based NGO Vihaan-WMS through intelligence sharing,which resulted in the rescue of the three victims and arrest of their trafficker on at New Krishna Park near Well Pharmacy Vikaspuri, New Delhi – India.
“The victims were recruited from Edo,Delta and Rivers States, Nigeria and trafficked to India for sexual exploitation by Joy and her accomplices. One of the victims travelled from Nigeria on September 17, 2021,while the other two arrived in India from Nigeria on December 14, 2021.
“The victims were subjected to oath rituals in Nigeria before their eventual travel. The victims travelled with questionable Passports and Student Visas. They were eventually held captive in New Delhi by their trafficker,Joy. Their phones and travel documents were seized and they were forced into prostitution to pay up a debt of N4.5 million each until their rescue on January 6, 2022.
“Okah is currently facing trial in an Indian Court since 7th January 2022 after her arrest and the victims who are currently in a safe house linked to Vihaan-WMS and assisting the authorities in this regard.”
Crime
Troops rescue two kidnapped victims, neutralise bandits in Plateau
Troops rescue two kidnapped victims, neutralise bandits in Plateau
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 2, Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have rescued two kidnapped victims and neutralised two suspected kidnappers during a clearance operation in Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the operation followed a reported abduction of two persons along the Wanka–Dengi road in Kanam LGA.
According to the source, troops trailed the relative of one of the victims, who had been instructed by the kidnappers to drop a ransom at Madam Forest, where the operation took place.
“During the rescue operation, troops made contact with the kidnappers, resulting in the neutralisation of two armed bandits, while others fled into the forest,” the source said.
Troops rescue two kidnapped victims, neutralise bandits in Plateau
Crime
Troops neutralise armed militia leader Babawo Badoo in Barkin Ladi, Plateau State
Troops neutralise armed militia leader Babawo Badoo in Barkin Ladi, Plateau State
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops have neutralised a notorious armed militia leader identified as Idris Idris, popularly known as Babawo Badoo, during a security operation in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the development followed the arrest of the suspect and the recovery of arms and ammunition at the outskirts of Lugere Village on Oct. 20.

The source said preliminary interrogation revealed that Idris had participated in several criminal attacks within Barkin Ladi and its neighbouring communities.
He was said to have confessed to leading a network of armed collaborators and volunteered to guide troops to their hideout at Kassa Village in Barkin Ladi.
However, while leading the troops to the location at about 10:20 p.m. on Tuesday, the suspect allegedly made a desperate attempt to snatch a soldier’s rifle in an effort to escape.
The troops responded swiftly, neutralising him on the spot.
The source added that a follow-up operation was ongoing in the general area to apprehend his collaborators and recover additional weapons linked to the group.
Security officials have maintained increased presence in Barkin Ladi to prevent reprisal attacks and ensure the continued safety of residents.
Troops neutralise armed militia leader Babawo Badoo in Barkin Ladi, Plateau State
Crime
Gunmen kill two in Jos South community
Gunmen kill two in Jos South community
By: Zagazola Makama
Gunmen have killed two persons in an attack on Darong community in Gyero village, Jos South Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Sources said that the incident in a statement issued to newsmen in Jos on Tuesday night.
Sources said the incident occurred at about 8:00 p.m. on Oct. 21, when some unidentified gunmen invaded the community and began shooting sporadically.
“In the process, one Pam Choji and one other unidentified male sustained gunshot injuries. Upon receiving the distress call, the Divisional Police Officer, ‘B’ Division Bukuru, led a team of operatives to the scene and evacuated the victims to the Plateau State Specialist Hospital for medical attention,” the statement said.
According to the source, the victims were confirmed dead on arrival by the doctor on duty.
The sources further said reinforcement comprising army troops, police personnel had been deployed to the area to restore calm and prevent further breakdown of law and order.
He added that the command had launched a manhunt for the perpetrators and urged residents to provide credible information to assist security agencies in their investigation.
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