Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Lagos State Command, have uncovered and raided an alleged illegal baby factory in the Okuju area of Ilado, Badagry.
The operation, conducted from Wednesday night into the early hours of Thursday, resulted in the rescue of 18 pregnant women and 10 children.
Two suspects, identified as Joy Okeke and Raphael Agwu, were arrested at the scene for their alleged involvement in the operation.
Authorities reported that the facility recruited vulnerable women, primarily through social media platforms such as Facebook, with promises of substantial payments ranging from ₦500,000 to ₦1.8 million in exchange for surrendering their newborns after delivery.
The infants were reportedly sold for up to ₦1 million each. One of the rescued women had experienced a miscarriage, while the others were confirmed pregnant.
The rescued individuals, aged between 18 and 30, are receiving necessary care and rehabilitation support.This incident highlights the ongoing challenge of child trafficking and exploitation networks operating under the guise of baby factories in parts of Nigeria.
The NSCDC has reiterated its commitment to combating such illicit activities through sustained intelligence-led operations.
The suspects are expected to face prosecution, while efforts continue to ensure the safe reintegration of the victims and prevent similar occurrences in the future.8fdb1c1d628a
