Adamawa Hands Over 14 Trafficked Children To Parents

By Suleiman Anyalewechi

No fewer than 14 stolen but rescued children were on Wednesday, August 20 2025, reunited with their families by the Adamawa State Government.

The children were said to be among those trafficked to Anambra State from Adamawa and were  rescued last month.

The state Government donated the sum of N100,000 to each of the families of the rescued children.

Speaking during the formal handover of  the children to their parents, the state Deputy Governor, Kaletapwa, said the cash gift is to assist the parents in starting small scale businesses to be able to take care of the kids.

The Deputy Governor who stood in for the Governor said to be outside the country, lamented the growing trend of child theft and trafficking in the State.

She expressed regret that most of the women involved in the unfortunate business of child trafficking in the State pose as concerned and caring elements, and  lure their victims with such petty things as snacks.

“The monster of child trafficking unfortunately caught up with Adamawa State. But, it is gladdening that the children are back to be reunited with their parents.

“These child traffickers disguising as humanitarian advocates, most often do lure these innocent children from their parents with snacks.

“Then, after enticing the children, sell them to their accomplices in Anambra state”, the Deputy Governor stated.

She called on parents and guardians to monitor closely their wards ,and always be conscious of the safety and well-being of their children.

Before handing them over, the children were said to have been subjected to thorough medical examinations at the state-owned medical facilities.