Imo Police Crack Down on Child Trafficking Ring, Rescue 12 Children

The Imo State Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in the fight against child trafficking, arresting a 42-year-old woman, Ann Ngozi Enyenwa, and rescuing 12 suspected stolen children on June 20, 2025, along the Owerri-Aba Express Road.



The police arrested Enyenwa during an intelligence-led stop-and-search operation after she was found with several children whose appearance and condition raised suspicions. Further investigation revealed that she was part of a child trafficking network that exploited minors for street begging in Aba, Abia State.

The 12 rescued children, aged between 5 and 13, are currently in safe custody. Their names are.

- Chinyere Nnaralaeze (10)

- Favour Madufor (13)

- Ugochi Pius (13)

- Ifeanyi Pius (9)

- Favour Timothy (10)

- Solomon Ihechi Chinuike (7)

- Chinaza Madufor (10)

- Nneoma Timothy (9)

- Promise Maduenyenwa (5)

- Gospel Chibuike (9)

- Chinedu Maduenyiwa (11)

- Chinonso Paul (10)

The police are working to identify and reunite the children with their biological families. The Commissioner of Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, has condemned all forms of child trafficking and assured the public of the police's commitment to safeguarding children's rights and dignity.

The public is urged to come forward with any information that may help identify the rescued children or their families. Reports can be made at the X-Squad Unit or via the following numbers: 0803 477 3600 or 0816 008 7155.


What do you think about the Imo Police's efforts to combat child trafficking? Share your thoughts and the community's role in preventing such crimes in the comments below.


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