The Director- General of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, has met with executives of the Nigeria Transport Association in Ghana to enhance collaboration in combating human trafficking.

The engagement is part of the Ghana Police Service’s ongoing efforts to strengthen stakeholder partnerships and preventive measures against the crime, which seems to be on the rise.

During the meeting, COP Donkor highlighted the pivotal role transport operators play in detecting and reporting suspicious activities, noting that traffickers frequently exploit transport networks to move victims across borders and within the sub-region.

She urged members of the Association to remain vigilant and proactive, emphasising that their cooperation is essential for effective law enforcement.

The Deputy Director- General of CID, DCOP Solomon Ayawine Aboninga, sensitised participants on key indicators of human trafficking, while the Director of the Anti-Human Trafficking Unit, DSP William Ayaregah, called for prompt reporting of suspected cases to ensure swift action.

Speaking on behalf of the Association, Deputy Secretary Prince Rotimi Adeye assured the CID of full cooperation and pledged to work closely with the Ghana Police Service to help curb human trafficking activities within the transport sector.

The meeting reinforces the importance of Public-Private Partnerships in the fight against human trafficking and underscores the commitment of both law enforcement and transport operators to safeguard vulnerable individuals.