NSCDC rescues pregnant women and children from Lagos baby factory
A baby factory in Okuju, Ilado, Badagry, Lagos State has been uncovered by the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps. Operatives rescued 18 pregnant women and 10 children, arresting the alleged operators, Joy Okeke and Raphael Agwu. The victims were reportedly lured through Facebook offers and promised payments for their babies after delivery. Authorities say the operators will be handed over to the police, while the victims will receive support from relevant agencies.
What happened
- Joy Okeke and Raphael Agwu were arrested for allegedly running a baby factory where pregnant women delivered babies that were then sold.
- 18 pregnant women and 10 children were rescued from the facility, with victims reportedly paid between N500,000 and N1.8 million for their babies.
- The victims, aged 18 to 30, were paraded at the NSCDC office in Badagry Division.
- Items recovered from the facility included household appliances, baby products, and food items.
- The NSCDC stated that the operators would be handed over to the police for prosecution, and the facility may be demolished by the state government.
