The Abia
State Police Command has arrested two individuals—Blessing Emebo (49, female)
and Sunday Emebo (42, male)—for running an illegal and unregistered motherless
babies’ home from their residential apartment on Ikot Ekpene Road, Aba.
The raid,
confirmed in a statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa
Adejobi, took place on June 2, 2025, as part of the Nigeria Police Force’s
effort to protect vulnerable populations, especially children.
🧒🏾 Twelve Children Rescued
During the
operation, 12 children were found at the premises. The victims, aged between 6
months and 14 years, were discovered in poor living conditions. Investigations
revealed that the children were brought from various villages in the Arochukwu
area.
“The
rescued minors have been safely handed over to the Abia State Ministry of Women
Affairs for proper care and rehabilitation,” ACP
Adejobi stated.
The two
suspects are currently undergoing interrogation and will be charged to court
upon conclusion of investigations. The authorities are also working to trace
the children's families and unravel any larger trafficking or exploitation
network.
🛡️ IGP Egbetokun Commends Operatives, Reaffirms Child Protection Mandate
Inspector-General
of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, praised the operatives for their swift and
decisive action, describing the raid as a victory for child protection and
justice.
“These
successes reaffirm our commitment to rid our communities of illegal arms,
criminal networks, and exploitative activities targeting the most vulnerable,” the IGP said.
Authorities
urge the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious orphanages, shelters,
or adoption offers to nearby police stations or relevant government ministries.
Community awareness remains a crucial tool in protecting children from
trafficking, abuse, and neglect.
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