Trafficked Nigerian Teen Dies in Mali; Activists Seek Family

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A Nigerian teenager identified as Ngufan, who had been trafficked to Mali, has died under unclear circumstances. Her case was shared by anti-trafficking activist Zege Orkwande on social media on June 21, 2026. Orkwande has previously helped rescue Benue girls trafficked to other African countries for prostitution. He is urging anyone with information on Ngufan’s family to come forward to ensure proper identification and burial arrangements.

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