Authorities in Kano have apprehended a man suspected of attempting to traffic two girls out of the state for domestic work abroad. The incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding human trafficking in the region.

The UNHCR has reported that violence has led to the displacement of over 3.5 million people across the Lake Chad Basin, highlighting a growing humanitarian crisis in the region, which includes Nigeria, Chad, and Niger.

The Inspector General of Police (IGP) has mandated a security review in Plateau State in response to recent killings. He has pledged to ensure that those responsible for the violence are brought to justice and to work towards restoring peace in the affected communities.

The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) in Kenya has initiated training for frontline staff at Kenya Airways to enhance their ability to detect victims of human trafficking at airports. This effort is part of a broader strategy to combat human trafficking in the region, according to Capital FM.

Bayelsa State has issued a warning to orphanage operators to adhere to child adoption laws, stating that non-compliance will result in sanctions. The government is taking steps to enhance policies aimed at protecting children.

A sibling has shared the tragic account of how his pregnant sister was killed by gunmen inside a labor room during an attack in Plateau. This incident has raised renewed concerns regarding insecurity in the region, highlighting the ongoing violence affecting communities.