Through the haunting narratives of victims ensnared in the merciless web of child trafficking, BABATUNDE TITILOLA writes about the heartbreaking reality of how innocent lives are lured into a world of sexual exploitation and suffering under the guise of promising opportunities abroad
It took three days before 28-year-old Joy finally agreed to share her trafficking story with this reporter. She had reservations about the interview’s intentions, having faced exploitation from similar requests in the past. However, after seeking clarification on the potential impact of her narrative, she eventually decided to open up.
Joy’s life has been fraught with challenges, especially since her trafficking experience from her hometown in Benin, Edo State, to Libya a few years ago.
Raised by a single mother after her parents’ divorce at the age of eight, Joy had been making do with life’s meagre offerings. However, her world was shattered…