IJM cites The1957News’ role in rescue of 18 trafficked Nigerians as it commends media partnership

The West Africa Programme Director of International Justice Mission (IJM), Anita Budu, has highlighted the role of The1957News in the recent rescue of 18 Nigerian victims of human trafficking, describing the operation as a practical example of how collaboration between the media and law enforcement can strengthen Ghana’s fight against human trafficking.

Budu made the remarks at the national commemoration of the 2026 World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, held under the theme, “Human Trafficking Act @ 20: Advancing Prevention, Protection, Prosecution and Partnership in Ghana – The Journey So Far.

She stressed that as Ghana marks 20 years of the Human Trafficking Act, 2005 (Act 694), stronger partnerships among government institutions, law enforcement agencies, civil society organisations, survivors and responsible media organisations such as The1957News will remain crucial to preventing human trafficking, protecting victims and ensuring perpetrators are brought to justice.