Combating Human Trafficking in Nigeria: An Evaluation of State Policies and Programmes

Abstract

This paper examines the social problem of trafficking in human beings in Nigeria. It considers the root causes of the problem,
the socio-economic implication of human trafficking, its recent global dimension and the policies and programmes of the Nigerian state in
combating this ugly phenomenon. The paper made predominant use of secondary sources of data. Findings reveal that though the state
has certain policies and programs aimed at combating human trafficking, the problem persists because the institutions saddled with
these responsibilities are fundamentally weak. The paper, therefore, recommends certain measures to help in tackling the problem of
human trafficking in Nigeria.