By Henry Agbu, Jalingo

The Taraba State Ministry of Women Affairs and Child Development has rescued and successfully repatriated Blessing Danjuma from Ivory Coast following distress calls received online.

The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Child Development, Hon. Mrs. Mary Sinjen, FCNA, ACTI, disclosed this on Monday while briefing journalists at the newly established Ministry of Women Affairs Shelter Home in Jalingo.

According to the Commissioner, the intervention was carried out in collaboration with the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP), which facilitated Blessing’s safe return to Taraba State.

Blessing has been under the care and protection of the Ministry since Saturday, August 15, 2026, where she is receiving necessary support, care and attention.

Mrs. Sinjen said the intervention reflects the commitment of the Taraba State Government to preventing human trafficking, exploitation and abuse of women and children, while providing protection, rehabilitation and support for vulnerable persons.

“We remain committed to rescuing, protecting, rehabilitating and empowering women and children across Taraba State. We urge parents, communities and the general public to remain vigilant and courageous enough to speak out whenever the safety and wellbeing of our women and children are at risk,” the Commissioner stated.

She urged members of the public to promptly report suspected cases of trafficking, exploitation and abuse to relevant authorities.

The Commissioner further reaffirmed that, under the leadership of Governor Agbu Kefas, the Ministry would continue to strengthen interventions aimed at safeguarding women and children across the state.

She stressed that collective vigilance and timely action were essential to building a safer Taraba where every woman and child is protected, valued and empowered.