Ghana

2024 - 6 - 11

Dabiri-Erewa's Mission in Ghana: Rescuing Nigerian Girls and Condemning Trafficking

Ghana Politics - Human Trafficking - Marine Protected Areas - Sustainable Cocoa Production

Discover the heroic efforts of Abike Dabiri-Erewa in Ghana to save trafficked Nigerian girls and combat human trafficking. #Nigeria #Ghana #HumanTrafficking

Abike Dabiri-Erewa, the chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), recently made headlines for her courageous intervention in rescuing 10 Nigerian girls trafficked to Ghana for prostitution. Her visit to the stranded girls showcased her strong stance against human trafficking, condemning the criminal act and calling for urgent action.

On the other hand, Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, and his wife, Chioma, have taken matters into their own hands by dispatching a delegation to Ghana to bring back the teenage girls who fell victim to trafficking.

In a separate incident, the arrest of a Nigerian man, Chukwudi Nwachukwu, for luring teenage girls to Ghana for prostitution sheds light on the dark reality of modern-day slavery. The effort to rescue the trafficked girls emphasizes the need for collaborative efforts to combat such heinous crimes.

Amidst these troubling events, there is a glimmer of hope as the U.S. shows support for the creation of Marine Protected Areas to protect ocean ecosystems. This initiative aims to replenish marine life by restricting fishing activities in designated areas, promoting environmental conservation and sustainability.

As a key takeaway, it is crucial to raise awareness and take collective action to prevent human trafficking and protect vulnerable individuals. The stories of bravery and resilience in the face of adversity highlight the importance of unity and compassion in addressing social issues effectively.

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Dabiri-Erewa visits stranded Nigerian girls in Ghana (The Punch)

Dabiri-Erewa has condemned human trafficking after intervening in the rescue of 10 Nigerian girls trafficked to Ghana for prostitution under the guise of ...

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Imo sends delegation to bring back trafficked girls from Ghana (Guardian)

Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodimma, and his wife, Chioma, have dispatched a delegation to the Ghanaian government to bring back teenage girls.

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Dabiri-Erewa visits rescued Nigerian girls in Ghana, seeks action ... (TheCable)

Abike Dabiri-Erewa, chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), has called for a lasting solution to the challenges of human trafficking ...

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U.S. Supports the Creation of Marine Protected Areas to Replenish ... (US Embassy in Ghana)

A marine protected area is a portion of the sea where fishing activities are prohibited or limited. In April, Mavis Hawa Koomson, Minister of Fisheries and ...

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I'll welcome whoever wins, but Ghana deserves a better election ... (The Business & Financial Times)

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Financial Education campus Tour in Ghana: A Transformative ... (TechCabal)

Featuring a variety of engaging activities and educational sessions designed to enhance financial literacy among the students, Key topics included the evolution ...

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Alleged Trafficker Who Lured Nigerian Teenagers To Ghana For ... (The Whistler NG)

A Nigerian man, Chukwudi Nwachukwu, accused of luring teenage girls to Ghana for prostitution has been arrested. Recall that the girls, between ages 15.

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Prostitution in Ghana: Alleged kingpin arrested, girls rescued (Daily Post Nigeria)

The Nigerian Commission in Ghana says it has rescued 11 teenage girls trafficked into the country for prostitution, saying they have been taken into.

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NIDCOM Condemns Trafficking of 10 Nigerians to Ghana ... (THISDAY Newspapers)

Michael Olugbode in Abuja. Chairman/CEO, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), Abike Dabiri-Erewa, has condemned in strong terms, modern day slavery ...

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Ghana ministers attend water and construction event (The Business & Financial Times)

Ghana's Minister of Sanitation & Water Resources, Lydia Seyram Alhassan, and the Minister of Works & Housing, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, will deliver keynote ...

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Enhancing Ghana's Economy Through Strategic Investment in Salt ... (Modern Ghana)

However, one area that holds immense potential yet remains underdeveloped is salt mining. The vast salt deposits along the coastlines of Ghana present a golden ...

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Ghana launches new initiative to promote sustainable cocoa ... (Modern Ghana)

Ghana has launched a new initiative in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme UNDP, the Forestry Commission, and the Ghana Cocoa Board ...

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Prostitution in Ghana: Alleged kingpin arrested, Nigerian ... (Vanguard)

The Nigerian Commission in Ghana, said that the 11 teenage girls trafficked to the country for prostitution have been rescued and taken into custody.

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Suspected Kingpin Behind 11 Trafficked Nigerian Girls To Ghana ... (Independent Newspaper Nigeria)

The suspected kingpin of the human trafficking, Mr Chukwudi Virginus Nwachukwu, is being detained at the Ghana Police Headquarters headquarters in Accra, with ...

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Outrage as traffickers force teenage Nigerian girls into prostitution in ... (Daily Post Nigeria)

As the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) intensifies campaigns against human trafficking and aggressively goes after.

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