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Nigerian woman using death threats to turn Nigerian girls into sex slaves arrested in Italy

Polizia di Stato, the Italian state police, has arrested an unnamed Nigerian woman for using ‘juju’ rituals and death threats to coerce girls into prostitution.
The police said that the suspect recruited young women in Nigeria then sent them to Italy for a prostitution career and a life of slavery.
“The policemen of the Mobile Teams of Syracuse and Foggia arrested a Nigerian woman accused of the crimes of human trafficking, enslavement, aggravated by having also acted to the detriment of minors, aiding illegal immigration, exploitation of prostitution as well as self-laundering of the proceeds of illegal activity,” the state police stated.
“The girls suffered death threats to themselves and their families and contracted a debt of about 30 thousand euros. Thanks to the strong power of intimidation deriving from the submission to the ‘Ju-Ju’ rite, a variant of the voodoo rite, the suspect was able to convince the young women to escape from the reception centers, where they were placed after arriving in Italy.
“The investigation began after the complaint of a young migrant who had just arrived in our country, who, unaware of the fate that awaited her, and only after being subjected to physical and psychological violence by the ‘guards’ during her stay in Libya, decided to ask the police for help.”
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According to investigators, the trafficking suspect facilitated at least eight girls’ travels. She also enabled the prostitution of two other girls in the national territory.
The suspect had accomplices in Nigeria and Libya who managed the girls in the various passages on their way to Italy.
“In Nigeria, an employee in the recruitment and submission of the ju-ju of the victims, and a travel care officer, who was responsible for receiving the sums necessary from the suspect to pay the ‘smugglers’ (intermediaries) for the services they provided, such as buying food or managing relationships with the right people who can better and faster meet boarding requests [sic],” said the police.
“Among other things, the investigators also shed light on the numerous transactions of money, proceeds of prostitution, from Italy to Nigeria, which the woman, apparently without sources of income, would have been able to send, over time, using the banking services of other compatriots or through an untraceable system of informal banking.
“The money transferred came to the accomplices and was used to be invested in new trips and for real estate purchases in Nigeria.”
There are at least 70,000 prostitutes working in Italy. Prostitution is not illegal in Italy, neither is it regulated, but trafficking and modern slavery are. Italy’s Legislative Decree No. 24 of March 2014 criminalises placing a person in conditions of slavery or servitude and the sale and purchase of slavery.
The Global Slavery Index states that Nigerians are the most common migrant group at risk of being exploited in Italy’s sex industry.FIJ
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‘We’re not hiring,’ NNPC denies viral recruitment adverts

‘We’re not hiring,’ NNPC denies viral recruitment adverts
The Nigerian National Petroleum Company, (NNPC) Limited has warned the public to beware of fraudulent recruitment advertisements circulating online, stating that it is not conducting any hiring process at the moment.
In a statement issued on its official X handle on Friday, the state-owned oil company cautioned job seekers against falling victim to fake recruitment schemes, emphasizing that all legitimate job openings would only be announced through its official channels.
“The general public is hereby informed that NNPC Limited is not recruiting.
“Official recruitment announcements will only be made through our website and verified social media platforms,” the statement read.
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The company reiterated that its recruitment process is “transparent, merit-based, and requires no external assistance.”
The company urged Nigerians to disregard any unofficial job advertisements that claim to be from NNPC Ltd., as they could be attempts to defraud unsuspecting applicants.
The management further assured the public that it remains committed to upholding the integrity of its hiring process and would notify Nigerians whenever recruitment officially commences.
“We advise the public to always verify information directly from our official platforms to avoid being misled by scammers,” the company stated.
The company urged individuals to report any suspicious recruitment advertisements falsely linked to NNPC Ltd. to the appropriate authorities.
‘We’re not hiring,’ NNPC denies viral recruitment adverts
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Communal Clash: Gov Adeleke imposes new curfew on Ifon, Ilobu communities

Communal Clash: Gov Adeleke imposes new curfew on Ifon, Ilobu communities
In response to the resurgence of hostilities between Ifon and Ilobu communities, Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has imposed curfew on Ifon and Ilobu communities in Orolu and Irepodun Local Government Areas, respectively.
Kolapo Alimi, the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, announced the new directive in a statement issued in Osogbo on Friday, emphasizing the government’s determination to prevent further escalation of the crisis.
“Following a resurgence of the crisis between Ifon and Ilobu communities, Gov. Ademola Adeleke, in a move to curb its further spread, has announced a new curfew time frame from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily, until lasting peace is restored,” he said.
Expressing deep concern over the renewed violence, the governor condemned the fresh outbreak of communal clashes.
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“Gov. Ademola expressed unhappiness and dissatisfaction with the breakout of fresh communal crises in Ilobu and Ifon.
“To this end, the governor has directed that the initial 10:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. curfew on the communities now be extended to 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., effective today, Friday, March 21, until further notice,” Alimi stated.
The commissioner further revealed that a joint security team, comprising the Nigerian Army, Police, and Civil Defence, had been instructed to sustain 24-hour surveillance in the affected areas to uphold law and order.
“In addition, the governor directed that an immediate stakeholders’ meeting, including the Olufon of Ifon, the Olobu of Ilobu, and other stakeholders from both communities, be held tomorrow, Saturday, to discuss further resolutions of the conflict,” he added.
Governor Adeleke called on residents, traditional rulers, and all stakeholders to embrace peace.
Communal Clash: Gov Adeleke imposes new curfew on Ifon, Ilobu communities
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BREAKING: IGP redeploys 38 police commissioners

BREAKING: IGP redeploys 38 police commissioners
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, has ordered the immediate posting of 38 Commissioners of Police to various State Commands and Police Formations.
The deployment comprises 9 commissioners of police to key state commands and an additional 29 CPs to various police formations across the country.
A statement signed by Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, on Friday, said the commissioners of Police deployed to state commands include CP Ibrahim Balarabe Maikaba to Zamfara State, CP Bretet Emmanuel Simon to Taraba State, CP Christopher Ado Emmanuel to Yobe State, CP Olusegun Eyitayo Omosayin to Cross-River State, CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman to Niger State, CP Sani Omolori Aliyu to Bauchi State, CP Bello Shehu to Katsina State, CP Saka Adewale Ajao as Commissioner of Police, Federal Capital Territory (FCT), and CP Ojo Adekimi to Kwara State.
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“In addition to these State Command appointments, the deployment also includes the posting of 29 CPs to various police formations as part of a broader effort to address rising security challenges and ensure effective policing that is responsive to community needs. Each CP will be tasked with implementing tailored strategies that reflect the unique requirements of their respective formations, ensuring that policing is both proactive and effective.
“The IGP charges the newly deployed CPs to prioritize their responsibilities in curbing insecurity and misconduct, reinforcing the commitment of the Nigeria Police Force to uphold law and order through robust intelligence-led policing. This deployment reflects the dedication of the new Police leadership to ensure that the Nigeria Police Force is well-equipped to address the challenges of maintaining peace and security in the country,” the statement said.
BREAKING: IGP redeploys 38 police commissioners
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