Nigeria arrests alleged leader of QNET/IGNITE trafficking syndicate
Nigeria Immigration Service says it dismantled a transnational organised crime syndicate linked to the QNET/IGNITE network after intelligence-led operations in Lagos, arresting 12 suspects and rescuing two Liberian victims. The alleged leader, Ouattra Adama, a Burkinabe national, was detained with 11 facilitators comprising eight Liberians and three Cameroonians; all suspects and victims were moved to Service headquarters for investigation and possible legal action. The agency described the network as using fraudulent employment and business schemes tied to irregular migration, warned the public to verify offers, and said investigations continue to identify other members and victims.
Twelve suspects were arrested and two victims rescued in Lagos.
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The Nigeria Immigration Service acted after receiving actionable intelligence about a trafficking syndicate in Lagos. They arrested the alleged leader and 11 facilitators and rescued two victims. Investigations may identify other members…
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