The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) has arrested a 25-year-old suspected human trafficker and rescued two 13-year-old girls in Gusau, Zamfara State.
The suspect, identified as Bala Abubakar from Zurmi Local Government Area, was reportedly arrested in the Lalan area of Gusau at about 8:30 p.m. on October 15, 2026.
The rescued teenagers were identified as Amira Baje Ibrahim and Haulatu Shaibu, both from Zurmi LGA.
According to the NSCDC Zamfara State Command, preliminary investigations indicated that the girls were allegedly being trafficked from Shinkafi Local Government Area to Suleja, Niger State, where they were expected to be handed over to two individuals identified as Hadiza and Bara’atu, also known as Yar Baba.
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The State Commandant, Sani Mustapha, said the arrest formed part of the corps’ efforts to combat human trafficking and other criminal activities.
He directed that the case be transferred immediately to the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) for further investigation and appropriate action.
The NSCDC reiterated its commitment to tackling criminal activities and ensuring that suspects are investigated and prosecuted in accordance with the law.
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