The Digest:
Ekiti State Police have raided a suspected baby factory located behind Inisa Hotel in Ikere-Ekiti, rescuing six children between the ages of two and nine. During the operation, officers arrested 43-year-old Onyechi Oluwadare, alleged to be the operator, along with four other suspects. Police recovered materials used for childbirth, dexamethasone tablets, and Goya oil at the scene. The rescued children, believed to be victims of exploitation, have been handed over to child care agencies. Oluwadare denied running a baby factory, claiming the women present were her employees involved in a pay dispute. The raid is part of ongoing efforts to combat human trafficking and child exploitation in Nigeria.
Key Points:
- The raid highlights ongoing issues of child trafficking and illegal baby sales in parts of Nigeria.
- Recovery of medical items suggests organized, clandestine childbirth operations at the location.
- Swift police action may prevent further exploitation and reunite victims with families or proper care.
- Suspect denials underscore challenges in investigating and prosecuting baby factory operators.
- Public awareness and community reporting remain vital to uncovering such hidden criminal enterprises.
Continued vigilance and inter-agency collaboration are essential to dismantle networks involved in child trafficking and illegal adoption.
Sources: AIT Report
