NFSAN VP Sounds Alarm on Human Trafficking, Urges Female Students To Guard Their Future

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Comrade Goodness Oyeleye, the National Vice President of the National Female Students Association of Nigeria (NFSAN), has raised the alarm over the rising exploitation of Nigerian girls by human traffickers in Nigeria and other parts of the world .

She warned girls to be wary of fake scholarships, job offers, modelling deals and travel promises that continue to lure young women into slavery and abuse.

Comrade Oyeleye, in a statement issued on Thursday to mark the 2026 World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, described human trafficking as a direct assault on the dignity and future of Nigeria’s youth, noting that traffickers thrive on deception and prey on the desperation of students seeking a better life.

“Human trafficking is a cruel assault on the dignity, future, and potential of our young people. It thrives on deception, false promises of scholarships, employment opportunities, modelling contracts, and overseas travel,” she said.

The NFSAN scribe urged female students nationwide to be more vigilant, verify every opportunity before committing to it, and resist the pressure to silence their instincts out of desperation.

She encouraged students to speak up and seek guidance from parents, guardians, school authorities or relevant agencies whenever an offer feels suspicious.

“Your aspirations are valid, your future is valuable, and your lives are priceless. No opportunity is worth sacrificing your safety, dignity, or freedom,” Oyeleye stated.

She also called on the Federal Government, state governments, educational institutions, security agencies and community leaders to intensify awareness campaigns, strengthen support systems for trafficking survivors, and ensure perpetrators face justice, stressing that protecting girls and young women must remain a national priority.

She affirmed that NFSAN remains committed to empowering female students through education, mentorship, economic opportunities and awareness programmes, adding that an informed and empowered girl is far less vulnerable to exploitation.

In her advocacy for collaboration, she called for collective responsibility, urging Nigerians to work together to build a nation where every female student can pursue her dreams free from fear of exploitation.

Oyeleye added, “When we protect our girls, we protect Nigeria’s future.”