Benue Woman Reportedly Trafficked to Cotonou Dies After Returning Home Ill

Sewuese Dorcas, a Benue indigene reportedly trafficked to Cotonou, Benin Republic, for sexual exploitation, has died after returning home seriously ill. She reportedly died on Friday, July 24, 2026. An activist involved in efforts to rescue trafficked Benue girls said investigations are ongoing and promised that those responsible would face prosecution. The case has renewed concern over human trafficking and the protection of vulnerable young women.

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