NAPTIP rescues 3,000 victims, says human trafficking migrating to digital space

The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has rescued over 3,000 victims of sexual and gender-based violence in 2026. NAPTIP's spokesperson, Mr. Vincent Adekoye, stated that human trafficking is increasingly migrating to the digital space, with criminal networks exploiting social media and fake online job offers. The agency also secured more than 20 convictions and intensified operations against trafficking and exploitation.