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Oyo police rescue 5 Congolese nationals from human trafficking ring in Ibadan, hunt Benin Republic suspect
The Oyo State Police Command has rescued 5 Congolese nationals suspected to be victims of human trafficking throughout an intelligence-led operation at Bollarz Hotel within the Araromi space of Ibadan.
The spokesperson for the command, DSP Ayanlade Olayinka, disclosed this in an announcement on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.
The PPRO stated the rescue operation adopted credible intelligence, prompting the Commissioner of Police within the state to direct operatives of the Violent Crime Response Unit (VCRU) to take rapid motion, resulting within the profitable rescue of the 5 international nationals from the lodge.
The rescued individuals are Bonsaly Mpika Donel, male, 24; Charles Siloe, male, 23; Eliane Ruth Makengo, feminine, 26; Makota Janie Darcel, feminine, 23; and Simba Babeki Elie, male, 33. All 5 are nationals of the Republic of Congo.
According to the PPRO, preliminary questioning revealed {that a} man recognized as Smith, a nationwide of the Republic of Benin, had lured the victims into Nigeria on the promise of greener pasture and higher financial alternatives.
“However, the suspect was not found at the hotel during the operation, and efforts are ongoing to locate and apprehend him,” the assertion learn
“Following their rescue, the victims obtained medical consideration and underwent medical examinations.
“The Commissioner of Police has further directed that they be handed over to the Nigeria Immigration Service, Oyo State Command, for necessary action in accordance with established procedures.
“The Command stays dedicated to combating human trafficking and defending susceptible individuals.
“Members of the public are urged to provide credible and actionable information that could assist in identifying and apprehending those connected with the suspected trafficking operation.
“Oyo State Call Response Centre Toll-Free Line: 615
Oyo State Police Command Control Room: 08081768614, 07055495413.”
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