The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons, Anambra state command has lamented the surge in moral decadence in the society citing how young people now birth babies to sell.

The Anambra NAPTIP commander, Ibadin Judith-Chukwu decried the rise of human trafficking during an interview in her office, on Saturday.

She raised the alarm stating that it is more in the rural areas just as she called for awareness and alertness of necessary bodies.

She stated; “We have seen situations where a girl gets pregnant, and then someone suddenly presents a marriage proposal.

“After she gives birth, often without her knowledge or consent, the man takes the baby and sells it.”

On the other hand, the commander lauded the agency for establishing task force in different states.

Specifically, she noted that the Anambra task force is being equipped to do a diligent work.

According to her, the NaPTIP and task force are joining efforts to educate the public about the newly invented evil.

She added; “I can say that NAPTIP has performed fairly well by establishing state task forces.

“These task forces are addressing crimes specific to each state, especially those related to human trafficking.

“The task force in Anambra State is active and being equipped to handle the situation.

“Since its establishment in 2020, the Anambra State Task Force on Human Trafficking has initiated various activities, including public sensitisation campaigns, to raise awareness about the trends and patterns of human trafficking.

The commander further urged stakeholders, traditional rulers and other bodies in the state and beyond to join efforts and curb the rising act.

According to her, the fast approaching August meeting would be a good time to educate and sensitize the public, especially women to be on the look out and monitor their daughters, especially.