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SANWO-OLU INAUGURATES TASK FORCE TO CURB HUMAN TRAFFICKING

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…NAPTIP, IOM hail LASG

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday inaugurated members of the State Task Force on Human Trafficking to curb the menace of human trafficking and irregular migration in the State. 

Speaking during the inauguration of the task force at the Lagos House, Ikeja, Governor Sanwo-Olu urged all members of the task force to see their appointment as a call to service.

The Governor also charged members of the Lagos State Task Force on Human Trafficking to come up with brilliant ideas, innovations and policies that will assist the State Government in curbing the menace. 

He said: “The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed and exacerbated many global inequalities and plunged many economies like ours into recession, leaving millions of people at greater risk of being trafficked for sexual exploitation, forced labour, forced marriages and other crimes. What this implies is that the pandemic has created more economic difficulties for many especially women, young ladies and children who are the most vulnerable and might become exposed to the perils of human trafficking in a bid to seek better lives.

“In view of this, I strongly believe that this initiative of constituting State Task Forces on Human Trafficking could not have come at a better time than now when it is needed more than ever that we put human dignity and human rights at the forefront and governments across all levels need to join hands and make collaborative efforts to put an end to the scourge of human trafficking.  

“The Government and people of Lagos State understand the value of partnership as an inestimable tool in combating the transnational organised crime of human trafficking and as a result, we use this opportunity to assure you of our unwavering support, collaboration and strong partnership in providing all that is needed to ensure we bring an end to the menace of human trafficking in our society.”

Governor Sanwo-Olu also expressed his worry on the menace of human trafficking, which according to him has become a profitable venture for criminals who exploit people by kidnapping them and selling them into forced prostitution, forced labour and modern day slavery. 

He said: “Everyday, in every country of the world, at least a person is reported as a victim of human trafficking while several other cases go either unnoticed or unreported. The menace of human trafficking has not only become a sad reality, it has also sadly become a profitable venture for criminals who exploit people by kidnapping them, selling them into forced prostitution, forced labour and also until very recently into modern day slavery. Unfortunately, human trafficking has now become that bitter bile that is not felt by the victims alone, but rather affects humanity in general as it encroaches on our right and dignity as a people. 

“For years, local and international media have been awash with horrifying stories of people especially Nigerian women and girls who have been trafficked for sexual and labour exploitation, and also of migrants trapped in Libya in slavery-like conditions or dying as they crossed the Mediterranean Sea. 

“These stories however, sadly reflect the large and increasing problem of human trafficking within and from Nigeria in recent years and also gives certain credibility to the recent statistics by the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) that there has been a 600 per cent increase in the number of potential sex trafficking victims arriving Europe by sea, with most of them arriving from Nigeria.”

Governor Sanwo-Olu who noted that the situation of human trafficking has become a nightmare, commended the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) for their relentless efforts in the fight against human trafficking and irregular migration. 

He also appreciated NAPTIP for the ways they have been rendering assistance to human trafficking victims that are being rehabilitated. 

“I must applaud you for this brilliant idea of re-constituting State Working Groups on Human Trafficking into State Task Forces that will be equipped with the requisite skills and technical support to provide a platform to articulate and consolidate our Government’s policies and programmes aimed at countering the terrible scourge of human trafficking,” he said. 

In her address, the Director-General of NAPTIP, Dame Julie Okah-Donli, said the problem of human trafficking and irregular migration have become a great national concern, especially with the large number of Nigerians trapped in sexual and labour exploitation in various African and European countries, apart from the hundreds that continue to die in the Sahara Desert and the Mediterranean Sea.

She said: “The State Task Forces on Human Trafficking have a pivotal role to play in ensuring adequate sensitisation at the grassroots and among vulnerable groups, providing services and support to victims who have been rescued and returned, as well as information sharing and law enforcements. This requires strong political will and budgetary provisions on the part of the State Government, in addition to the commitment of traditional institutions, religious and community leaders.”  

Okah-Donli also commended Governor Sanwo-Olu and members of his cabinet for partnering with NAPTIP to stem the tide of the twin evils of human trafficking and irregular migration in Lagos State and Nigeria.

“Lagos State has in the past supported the operations of the Lagos Zonal Command of NAPTIP and I would like to appeal for stronger collaborations and support to enable the agency achieve its mandate in Lagos, which unarguably is the commercial business capital of Nigeria,” she noted.    

Also speaking the Counter Trafficking Officer of International Organisation for Migration (IOM), Bertha Kaluocha Ngurulu, said migration is not a problem to be solved but a reality to be managed and therefore promised continued partnership with federal and state government in facilitating humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all.  

She disclosed that IOM since 2011 has been providing support to Nigeria Government in areas of migration and development as well as facilitating migration, regulating migration and forced migration, assisted voluntary return of both irregular and regular migrants in need of protection. 

Lagos State Commissioner for Justice and Attorney-General of the State, Mr. Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN), who is Chairman of the Lagos State Task Force on Human Trafficking, assured Governor Sanwo-Olu and NAPTIP that his team will work tirelessly to fight the pandemic and ensure that people feel the impact of the task force in the State. 

The inauguration of the Lagos State Task Force on Human Trafficking was attended by the Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, Head of Service, Mr. Hakeem Muri-Okunola and Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Justice, Mrs. Titilayo Shitta-Bey, among other government officials. 

Among the member of the task force, which is made up of officials from security agencies, government agencies and civil society and community-based groups are; Chairman, Mr. Moyosore Onigbanjo (SAN), representing Lagos State Ministry of Justice; Co-chairman, Mr. Daniel Atokolo (NAPTIP), Mrs. Olufusayo Adejoke Alabi (Ministry of Women and Poverty Alleviation), ACP Oladotun Odubona and CSP Ighodalo Margaret (Police), Mrs. Toyin Odusanya (Citizens Right), Rev. SR. Patricia Ebegbulem (Bakhita Safe House), Mr. Adegboyega Bajulaiye (Lagos Neighbourhood Safety Corps, LSNC), Dr. Iyabo Ogundiran (Legal Hub on Anti-Trafficking), John Deborah Chigozie (Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC) and Mrs. Ogunluyi Titilope (National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA). 

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Dr Chris Okafor Prophetic Declaration Fulfilled:Bridged Pregnancy reposition, Young Man Unjustly Imprisoned after 4 years Regain Freedom

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Dr Chris Okafor Prophetic Declaration Fulfilled:Bridged Pregnancy reposition, Young Man Unjustly Imprisoned after 4 years Regain Freedom

 

Who says there are no accurate Prophecy and Seers in the country, Yes there is, but will only advise Such a group of People to have a rethink or change their canal mindset, there are few Prophets in the Land that hear directly from God, Their ears are close to the mouth of God, they hear clearly, directly from God.

One Such Accurate Prophet,Seer is Nigerian Born international Man of God, who is also the Senior Pastor Grace Nation international aka Liberation City based in Lagos Nigeria, The Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor.

This Popular Lagos Prophet is very accurate in all his Prophecy gifted with the word of God Coupled with Special Ability and wisdom to Preach/Teach the words of God to the understanding of all and even to a common man on the street.

Precisely in February 2025, in one of the Services of Grace Nation international held at the international Headquarters of the church in Ojodu Berger, Lagos Nigeria The Generational Prophet of God located a woman, whom he Prayed for, after he Prophetically scanned the Problems the woman is facing told her that out of her four children one is been Lucked up in Prison for over 4 years for a crime he did not know anything about, the woman instantly confirmed that his Son is been kept in Prison for 4 year, The Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor Prayed and Prophetically declared that the woman Son will be set free in 3 days time because the woman presented her case file to Elohim and God answers her request, To God be the Glory, just 24 hours Later, the young Man was released unconditionally as declared by God through his Servant, The Generational Prophet of God.

Also just a week ago a Pregnant woman was located during the Divine intervention and Breakthrough Services last Sunday, the baby in her womb was bridged, The Man of God Prayed for her, spoke with the baby in the womb to reposition itself, today the 16th of March 2025, the woman testify with the scan result they conducted on her confirming the baby is well position for delivery, all to the Glory of God.

Indeed God’s presence is awesome in Grace Nation international, therefore every Services is a plus to all Grace Nation Citizens.

Teaching on the Topic Advancing The Blessings and Financial Dominion Part 2, the subject he has been treating since last Sunday The Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor said to understand the relationship between the blessings and dominion, he highlighted that Blessings Empowers financial Dominion and Power.

He said We experience the blessings of God through financial Dominion saying it is your understanding in Life that makes you Prosper in your undertakers.

While Explaining How Blessings Leads to financial Dominion, The Generational Prophet of God, said, the Blessings of the Lord maketh rich and add no sorrow to it.

The blessings are also fertilized for fruitfulness, bring about Greatness and it is the Secret of Favour.

The Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor also remarked that God’s blessings bring about Increases, activates potential, brings Growth, Advancement, Progress, Enlargement and also the secret of ideas, Inspiration, Wisdom.

The Pathways of the blessings of God and dominion are through Priest and Prophetic blessings, the Generational Prophet of God Dr Chris Okafor Concluded.

Meanwhile the Annual family Liberation Conference The Harvest of Babies comes up at the end of March, This is a reminder for all that are willing to Participate in the Prophetic conference and for all awaiting mothers to get prepared, God will be in town for the 4 days Prophetic conference and when God comes to town through a revival anything happens, Get Prepared.

 

 

Dr Chris Okafor Prophetic Declaration Fulfilled:Bridged Pregnancy reposition, Young Man Unjustly Imprisoned after 4 years Regain Freedom

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Fire and Fury: Trump Orders Military Onslaught on Houthis Amid Red Sea Chaos”

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U.S. STRIKES YEMEN’S HOUTHIS: ESCALATION IN THE MIDDLE EAST

-At Least 19 Killed as Trump Orders Massive Retaliatory Strikes on Yemen

 

Washington, D.C. / Sanaa – March 15, 2025 – In an unprecedented escalation, U.S. President Donald Trump has launched large-scale military strikes against Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis, vowing that “hell will rain down” should the group continue its attacks on Red Sea shipping. The offensive, which officials warn could last for weeks, has already resulted in at least 19 deaths, including civilians.

The strikes come in response to a surge of Houthi attacks on commercial vessels, which have disrupted global trade routes and threatened U.S. military assets in the region. Trump also issued a stark warning to Iran, the Houthis’ primary benefactor, stating, “America will hold you fully accountable, and we won’t be nice about it!”

Escalating Tensions and Civilian Casualties

Fire and Fury: Trump Orders Military Onslaught on Houthis Amid Red Sea Chaos"

In the capital, Sanaa, at least 13 civilians were killed and nine others wounded in the U.S. airstrikes, according to the Houthi-controlled health ministry. Additional reports indicate that six people—including four children and a woman—were killed in the northern province of Saada, according to the Houthi-run Al-Masirah TV. The Houthis have condemned the attacks, calling them a “war crime.”

“Our Yemeni armed forces are fully prepared to respond to escalation with escalation,” the group’s political bureau warned in a defiant statement.

Residents in Sanaa described the horror of the strikes. “The explosions were violent and shook the neighborhood like an earthquake. They terrified our women and children,” said Abdullah Yahia, a local resident, in an interview with Reuters.

The Largest U.S. Operation in the Middle East Under Trump

This marks the most significant U.S. military operation in the Middle East since Trump took office. The U.S. Central Command confirmed that Saturday’s strikes are part of a sweeping operation aimed at crippling the Houthis’ offensive capabilities.

Houthi forces have launched more than 100 attacks on maritime vessels since November 2023, significantly disrupting global commerce. The U.S. has spent billions intercepting their missile and drone attacks, depleting air defense stocks. The Houthis claim their actions are in solidarity with Palestinians amid Israel’s ongoing war against Hamas in Gaza.

A Regional Power Struggle: Iran, Hezbollah, and Hamas

While Iran’s other allies—Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon—have been significantly weakened by Israeli military action, the Houthis remain resilient. Their aggressive attacks have resulted in two sunken vessels, the seizure of another, and at least four fatalities among seafarers, forcing shipping companies to reroute at great expense.

Despite previous U.S. strikes under former President Joe Biden, the Houthis maintained their campaign. Now, with Trump escalating military efforts, the conflict threatens to engulf the region further. The latest U.S. assault was launched from fighter jets aboard the USS Harry S. Truman aircraft carrier stationed in the Red Sea.

Iran and U.S. on Collision Course

Trump’s administration had recently sought diplomatic engagement with Iran, with a letter to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei proposing negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear program. However, Khamenei firmly rejected talks.

“Iran’s support for the Houthis must end immediately,” Trump declared, raising the stakes with Tehran. The Pentagon, echoing Trump’s stance, warned that any further Houthi aggression would be met with “overwhelming lethal force.”

The situation remains highly volatile, with the possibility of wider regional conflict looming. As the world watches, the question remains: Will these strikes deter the Houthis, or will they lead to an all-out war in the Middle East?

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Nigerian Born US based Music Star, Tunde Success, to launch new album ‘Cornerstone’

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Nigerian Born US based Music Star, Tunde Success, to launch new album ‘Cornerstone’

The City of Philadelphia would be set agog on 17th May, 2025, as the creative and Nigerian born music star, Tunde Success is launching new album that day.

According to the information made available to us, the launching of ‘Cornerstone’ the new effort of handsome and dark Tunde Success is taking place at Philly in suites, 4444 City Avenue Philadelphia P A 19131.

The epoch making event is proudly sponsored by the Star Lager beer. To make the event a memorable one, Mama D Catering would supplied hot Amala on the spot, while Amazing Grace Catering is going to tantalize the event with jolly rice and shawarma.

The red carpet interview would be anchored by 360 Delight Creation.

While speaking about the event, Tunde Success, a multiple awards winning singer, however, promised to make the day, a moment of joy, entertainment and plenty faajis for all the guests. He also enjoined all his fans to come out enmass to support him.

Nigerian Born US based Music Star, Tunde Success, to launch new album 'Cornerstone'

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