The Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly, Emomotimi Dennis Guwor, has praised members of the Legislature for successfully passing the State Human Trafficking Prohibition Bill 2024 into law. The bill, which was read for the third time on Wednesday, was passed during a plenary session presided over by the Speaker.
In his remarks following the passage of the bill, Guwor expressed satisfaction with the progress made, noting that this legislation represents a significant step toward eradicating human trafficking in Delta State. He commended the Legislature for their “tireless efforts” in addressing this critical issue and extended his gratitude to the various stakeholders and experts who played a pivotal role in shaping and reviewing the bill.
Guwor emphasized the importance of strong legislation in safeguarding vulnerable individuals, particularly women and children, from exploitation and abuse. “The significance of good legislation in protecting vulnerable individuals, particularly women and children from exploitation and abuse, can never be overemphasized,” he stated.
The Speaker also expressed optimism about the state executive’s timely action on the bill, underscoring the need for effective implementation and enforcement. He called for collaboration with relevant agencies and organizations to establish mechanisms for reporting, investigating, and prosecuting human trafficking cases.
The Speaker’s Chief Press Secretary, Nkem Nwaeke, released a statement quoting Guwor: “At our plenary on Wednesday, we took a bold step towards safeguarding our citizens from the scourge of human trafficking. I commend members for their unwavering support and dedication to this cause.”
Meanwhile, the Delta State Government has reiterated its commitment to addressing human trafficking. The state’s Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Ekemejero Ohwovoriole, SAN, affirmed this commitment during a visit by Aganran Alao, the Zonal Commander of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) for Edo State, to Asaba, Delta State’s capital. Ohwovoriole emphasized the government’s resolve to reduce human trafficking activities to the barest minimum.
