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NIS Raises Alarm Over Rising Fake Migration Schemes, Human Trafficking Networks
NIS Raises Alarm Over Rising Fake Migration Schemes, Human Trafficking Networks
By: Michael Mike
The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has raised fresh concerns over the increasing activities of fraudulent migration syndicates and irregular cross-border networks operating across the country, warning Nigerians against falling victim to deceptive overseas travel schemes.
The Service said criminal groups are increasingly targeting vulnerable citizens, especially young women and girls, with false promises of employment, education, sponsorship and better opportunities abroad, only for many victims to end up trapped in forced labour, human trafficking and other forms of exploitation.
In a statement issued by the Service Public Relations Officer, DCI Akinsola Akinlabi, on Monday, the agency warned that irregular migration remains a serious security and humanitarian challenge with devastating consequences for victims and their families.
The Service stressed that it is illegal and dangerous for anyone to leave Nigeria without valid travel documents, including passports, visas and other required permits, noting that genuine migration processes do not bypass official immigration procedures or authorized border posts.
According to the statement, many criminal networks now exploit social media platforms and informal recruitment channels to lure unsuspecting Nigerians into illegal migration routes under the guise of scholarship offers, jobs and travel assistance.
The NIS urged members of the public to be extremely cautious of unsolicited sponsorships, travel fares or offers of assistance from unverified individuals or groups claiming to facilitate overseas travel opportunities.
It further advised Nigerians to verify all travel and recruitment opportunities through appropriate government channels before making any commitments.
The Service also warned citizens against dealing with agents or persons promoting irregular migration, emphasizing that such activities often expose victims to abuse, detention, exploitation and even death during dangerous journeys across borders.
Parents, guardians and community leaders were specifically called upon to intensify awareness efforts and educate young people on the dangers associated with trafficking in persons and illegal migration.
The NIS appealed to Nigerians to report suspicious movements, activities and individuals linked to fraudulent migration schemes to the nearest immigration office or relevant security agency for prompt investigation and action.
The Service reaffirmed its commitment to protecting Nigerians from exploitation and strengthening border security across the country.
For inquiries and reports, the agency directed members of the public to its verified communication platforms, including its X, Instagram and Facebook handles, as well as dedicated contact centre lines and whistleblower channels.
The latest warning comes amid growing concerns by security and migration authorities over the activities of transnational trafficking syndicates exploiting economic hardship and unemployment to recruit desperate young Nigerians into dangerous migration networks.
NIS Raises Alarm Over Rising Fake Migration Schemes, Human Trafficking Networks
Yobe Police rescue 4 kidnapped victims in Fika
By: Yahaya Wakili
The Yobe State Police Command has rescued four young female victims who were abducted in an attempted kidnapping incident in the Fika local government area of Yobe State.
This was contained in a press release issued and signed by the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) ,SP Dungus Abdulkarim, said on 28th June, 2026, Fika Division received a distress call reporting that unidentified persons attacked and abducted four young females at Didim village.
According to the release, the victims are all females and minors; young persons were aged between 15 and 17 years.
He maintained that, upon receiving the report, police operatives attached to Kukar Gadu outstation, in collaboration with local vigilantes, swiftly mobilized and launched a rescue operation.
Therefore, reinforcement from the division was deployed, leading to the successful rescue of all four victims unhurt, and the victims were immediately taken to Kukar Gadu primary healthcare center for medical examination and necessary support before being reunited with their families.
Meanwhile, efforts are ongoing to apprehend the fleeing members of the criminal syndicate responsible for the attack as the command intensifies its operations to bring them to justice.
The Yobe state commissioner of Police, CP Usman Kanfani Jibrin psc, mspsp, has directed sustained and intelligence led operations to ensure that the perpetrators are arrested and made to face the full weight of the law. He reiterated the command’s unwavering commitment to protecting lives and property across the state.
He urged the residents to remain vigilant and continue to provide the police with credible and timely information on suspicious persons, movements, or vehicles.
Yobe Police rescue 4 kidnapped victims in Fika
Troops Arrest Three Suspected Drug Peddlers in Jos Raid
By: Zagazola Makama
Troops of Sector 1,Operation Enduring Peace (OPEP), have arrested three suspected drug peddlers during a raid on a notorious hideout in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State.
Military sources said the operation was conducted at about 6:00 a.m. on June 29 at the Congo-Russia area following sustained efforts to curb illicit drug trafficking and other criminal activities.
According to the sources, the troops arrested three suspects identified as Abubakar Abdulrahman, 23; Muhammadu Abubakar, 28; and Awal Ali, 33.
The sources said quantities of substances suspected to be cannabis sativa and other illicit drugs were recovered from the suspects during the operation.
The arrested suspects have been profiled and are undergoing further investigation, while appropriate legal action will follow.
The military said the operation forms part of ongoing efforts to dismantle criminal networks and deny drug traffickers safe havens within Plateau State.
Troops Arrest Three Suspected Drug Peddlers in Jos Raid
Court Grants Sowore N200m Bail
*Lists fresh conditions
By: Zagazola Makama
The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Tuesday, granted bail to online publisher and African Action Congress (AAC) presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore.
Aside a N200 million bail with two sureties, one of them must be a traditional ruler in Sowore’s community in
Ese-Odo Local Government Area in Ondo State.
The second surety, the court ruled, must have landed property within the Federal Capital Territory (FCT).
Also, Sowore is to surrender his international passport to the court’s deputy registrar for safekeeping. The court held that both sureties must be verified by counsel to the prosecution, Akinlolu Kehinde, SAN.
Following Sowore’s absence in court, the judge, on June 16, 2026, revoked the bail he granted Sowore on “self-recognition” last December. Thereafter, he issued a bench warrant for the politician’s arrest after he failed to appear in court for his trial on allegations bordering on cybercrime and criminal defamation.
Last Tuesday, Justice Umar ordered that Sowore be kept in the Kuje Correctional Centre until his motion for a stay of the execution of the order for the revocation of his bail and bench warrant is determined.
Justice Umar dismissed Sowore’s other application that the judge be withdrawn from further presiding over his trial on the ground of alleged bias.
The Department of State Services (DSS) is prosecuting Sowore over alleged criminal defamation arising from claims that he referred to President Bola Tinubu as a “criminal” in posts made on his official X and Facebook accounts.
The defendant’s lawyer, R. O.
Adakole, however, appealed to the judge that Sowore be released to him to enable him get his passport from the US embassy in Lagos.
Justice Umar Mohammed adjourned to July 6, 2026, for continuing of hearing.
Court Grants Sowore N200m Bail
*Lists fresh conditions
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