Police rescue three children, arrest two suspected child traffickers in Akwa Ibom

Author: AyobamiPublished on: June 4, 2026Country: Nigeria

Crime & Law

Police rescue three children, arrest two suspected child traffickers in Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police Command rescued three abducted children and arrested two suspected child traffickers in Ekparakwa village, Mkpat Enin LGA. The children were found unharmed in a minibus with registration number 830 PH and reunited with their families. Police Commissioner Baba Azare has ordered a discreet and comprehensive investigation to apprehend other members of the syndicate.

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