NAPTIP, 4S Rehabilitation Centre Deepen Partnership Ahead of 2026 Anti-Human Trafficking Campaign
Ebis Freeman, YENAGOA — The Bayelsa State Command of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has strengthened its partnership with the 4S Juvenile Rehabilitation Centre following a courtesy visit by the management of the rehabilitation organisation to the Command.
The visit, which took place on June 30, 2026, was aimed at reinforcing the existing relationship between both organisations and exploring areas of collaboration in the fight against human trafficking, crime, drug abuse and juvenile delinquency.
Speaking during the visit, the Director of the 4S Juvenile Rehabilitation Centre, Dr. Ebieredo Dudiefe Peters, said the organisation was committed to working closely with NAPTIP to advance its mandate. She pledged the Centre’s support towards the successful organisation of activities marking the 2026 World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, describing collaboration as essential in combating human trafficking and protecting vulnerable persons.
Responding, the Bayelsa State Commander of NAPTIP, Mrs. Ngozi Opara, expressed appreciation to the Director and management of the Centre for the visit and their continued support for the agency’s programmes.
Mrs. Opara assured the delegation of a cordial and productive working relationship, noting that the partnership between both organisations would further strengthen efforts to prevent trafficking in persons and provide better support services for survivors.
She also commended the Centre for its prompt commitment to supporting the forthcoming 2026 World Day Against Trafficking in Persons and acknowledged its previous contributions to the Command’s activities.
The Commander further disclosed that NAPTIP would continue to engage the 4S Juvenile Rehabilitation Centre, particularly in the area of providing temporary shelter and rehabilitation services for rescued victims, given the Centre’s capacity to accommodate and support survivors on their path to recovery and reintegration.
The visit ended with renewed commitments by both organisations to deepen collaboration in tackling human trafficking and promoting rehabilitation, reformation and reintegration initiatives across Bayelsa State.
