Air Peace, a leading Nigerian airline, has pledged to fly home underage Nigerian girls who were victims of human trafficking and stranded in Côte d’Ivoire. The airline’s Chairman, Allen Onyema, announced an event held in Lagos.
Onyema said the airline is committed to supporting national efforts to fight human trafficking. As part of this commitment, Air Peace will provide free flights to facilitate the girls’ return to Nigeria and ensure their safe return.
This initiative is being carried out in partnership with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) and other agencies working to protect human rights. The plan includes not only returning the girls safely but also ensuring they receive proper care and support after their arrival.
Human trafficking remains a serious issue affecting many Nigerian families. Young girls are often tricked with false promises of jobs or education abroad, only to end up in harsh or abusive conditions.
Air Peace’s action is seen as a strong step in aiding the fight against trafficking and giving victims a chance to rebuild their lives. The airline’s leadership says this effort is part of its wider goal to support social justice and national development.
Efforts are now underway to coordinate logistics for the return flights, with authorities working closely to ensure that the victims receive immediate help, shelter, and counseling upon their arrival.
