# Child Trafficking: Police rescue 11-year-old girl

> Police rescue 11-year-old girl from child trafficking syndicate after months of investigation.
- Title: Child Trafficking: Police rescue 11-year-old girl | Shortify
- Summary: Police rescue 11-year-old girl from child trafficking syndicate after months of investigation. Police in Ebonyi State rescued an 11-year-old girl allegedly…
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- Source: Premium Times Nigeria — https://premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/917473-child-trafficking-police-rescue-11-year-old-girl.html
- Author: Agency Report
- Published: 2026-10-15T22:38:07+00:00
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- Topics: ebonyi state, child trafficking, police rescue, 11-year-old girl, abduction, child adoption, nigerian police, nigeria, news, politics
## Police rescue 11-year-old girl
Police in Ebonyi State rescued an 11-year-old girl allegedly abducted in May 2026 by a child trafficking syndicate.
## Suspect paid ₦4 million for adoption
A suspect told investigators she paid ₦4 million to 'adopt' the child through a welfare official.
## Police investigation details
Police traced and arrested Nneka Ibekwe at Nkpor, Onitsha, Anambra on 6 October 2026 over alleged involvement.
## Suspect's claim about adoption process
Mrs Ibekwe claimed she approached Benedicta Umeh, also known as Nwanyi-Okigwe, after learning she operated an orphanage.
## Adoption process requirements
Mrs Ibekwe said she was asked to provide a church consent letter and medical certificate of fitness for adoption.
## Payment and handover
Mrs Ibekwe alleged she paid about ₦4 million to Mrs Umeh before the child was handed over to her.
## Police commissioner's statement
Ebonyi Police Commissioner Hope Okafor commended officers for diligence and commitment to the investigation.
## Public warning
Police urged the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious child activities to the nearest station.
## Adoptive parent advice
Commissioner advised prospective adoptive parents to conduct proper investigations and follow due process.
## Child safe
The rescued girl was safe and efforts ongoing to reunite her with family.
## Key takeaway

Police in Ebonyi State rescued an 11-year-old girl allegedly abducted by a child trafficking syndicate in May 2026 after months of investigation.