Human trafficking most horrific right violation | Nairalaw

The United States yesterday described human trafficking as the
most horrific human right violation in the world.

U.S. Chargé d’ Affaires in Nigeria, David Young stated this
yesterday when he visited Edo State where he met with government
leaders, traditional rulers and civil society representatives.

During a courtesy call on the state’s Deputy Governor, Mr.
Philip Shuaibu, Young said: “We are pleased with the important
progress that has been made to combat trafficking in persons in Edo
State, through the Three Ps: Prevention, Protection and Prosecution
of those individuals involved in human trafficking.

“This is one of the issues the U.S. government is focused on, as
it is a horrific crime and we recognize its long-term effects on
people who are trafficked to other countries.”

He assured of the American government’s support on the fight
against humanity trafficking.

The Oba of Benin, Oba Ewuare II, called on international bodies
to work out stiffer sanctions for syndicates perpetuating human
trafficking as well as the receiver countries.

He noted that there seemed to be high demand for trafficking
persons in Europe.

He urged the United States Agency for International Development
(USAID) to step into the fight against human trafficking and the
rehabilitation of victims.