In a major operation against human trafficking, the Anambra State Government has closed down an illegal facility operating as a maternity home in Umunya, Oyi Local Government Area. The fake hospital, named Mother and Child Hospital and Maternity*, located near Tansian University, was sealed on July 26, 2025, after a coordinated raid by state health officials and security agencies.
The crackdown followed months of surveillance, leading to the arrest of a suspected fake doctor from Delta State, five pregnant women, and ten others linked to the illegal operation. Investigations revealed that the facility operated with a fake license and engaged in criminal activities, including forcing young girls—some as young as 15—into pregnancy and selling their babies.
The State Commissioner for Health, Dr. Afam Obidike, hailed the operation as a critical step in combating human trafficking and illegal medical practices. He warned that the government would not tolerate unlicensed health facilities and urged citizens to report suspicious activities.
Rescued victims, including teenage girls and infants, are now receiving medical and psychological support. Authorities have launched a full investigation, with suspects to be prosecuted for human trafficking, illegal detention, and child exploitation. The raid involved officials from the State Health Monitoring Unit and the Anti-Quackery Taskforce, reinforcing the government's commitment to public safety.
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