The Abia State Police Command has successfully rescued six children who were abducted and allegedly held by a suspected child trafficking syndicate in Aba, the state capital.
In a coordinated operation, police operatives arrested a 51-year-old suspect, identified as Nnamdi Lazarus, a native of Mbano in Imo State. He is currently under investigation for alleged involvement in abduction, conspiracy, and child trafficking.
According to a statement released by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Maureen Chioma Chinaka, the arrest followed credible intelligence gathered by the Violent Crime Response Unit in Aba North. Acting swiftly on the information, officers apprehended the suspect at his residence in the Uratta area of Aba.
During the operation, six children were found in his custody. The victims were identified as Nnenna Ogbuogu (5), Nwanne Ogbuogu (3), Amanda Iheke Emmanuella (3), Destiny Iheke Emmanuel (7), Anointing Iheke Emmanuel (5), and Ihechi Obasi (7).
Police confirmed that the children have been safely rescued and reunited with their families. Two of the children are from Abriba, while the others are from Item, all within Abia State.
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Authorities disclosed that investigations are ongoing to track down other members of the suspected trafficking network, which may be operating across multiple communities.
The Police Command reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and combating child trafficking, emphasizing the importance of public cooperation.
Residents were urged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities, especially those involving children, to the nearest police station.
The suspect is expected to be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.
The police also reinforced the importance of the “See Something, Say Something” approach, stressing that timely information from the public remains critical in tackling crimes such as child abduction and trafficking.
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