In a decisive move against human trafficking, the Anambra State Government, through the Ministry of Women and Social Welfare, has handed over a couple and an accomplice to the police in Ifitedunu, Dunukofia Local Government Area. The arrest followed a report from community chairman Mr. Arinzechukwu Azodo, prompting swift action by Commissioner Ify Obinabo.
According to reports, the suspects were intercepted just as they were about to finalize a transaction worth one million naira. One of the suspects, Ebere, confessed to her involvement, stating that she had agreed to facilitate the sale of her twin baby after being approached by Temple Nwankwo. However, Temple denied any participation in the alleged transaction.
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Further investigations revealed troubling details. Temple Nwankwo, accused of trafficking by community members, denied the allegations but admitted reconnecting with Ebere, who sought her help to conceive a male child. Temple asserted she had warned Ebere against such activities.
The situation escalated when questions about the whereabouts of Temple's own children arose. Temple and her husband claimed their children were deceased, but their account lacked substantiating evidence, raising suspicions among authorities.
Expressing dismay over the incident, Commissioner Obinabo emphasized the state government's commitment to combatting human trafficking. She underscored the importance of public vigilance and urged prompt reporting of suspicious activities to the ministry.
The suspects have been handed over to the police for further investigation and prosecution, marking a significant step in the state's efforts to curb human trafficking and protect vulnerable individuals.
