{"id":146656,"date":"2025-01-18T21:48:53","date_gmt":"2025-01-18T20:48:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/uncategorized\/new-sect-linked-to-human-trafficking-emerges-in-kaduna"},"modified":"2025-01-24T19:47:31","modified_gmt":"2025-01-24T18:47:31","slug":"new-sect-linked-to-human-trafficking-emerges-in-kaduna","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/nigeria\/policy\/new-sect-linked-to-human-trafficking-emerges-in-kaduna","title":{"rendered":"New sect linked to human trafficking emerges in Kaduna"},"content":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Nigeria. <\/strong><\/span>A newly discovered sect, reportedly engaged in global human trafficking, has been revealed in Kaduna State, based on recent intelligence reports.<\/p>\n

The organization, referred to as ACHAD Life Mission International, is reported to be enlisting members both in Nigeria and overseas. The head of the sect, Mr. Yokana, lives in Jos, Plateau State, and the sect\u2019s headquarters is based in Kaduna.<\/p>\n

Significantly, the sect dismisses both Islam and Christianity, focusing instead on the resurgence of African customs and encouraging humanitarian aid. Nevertheless, intelligence agencies have associated the group with illegal activities including human trafficking and the separation of children from their parents.<\/p>\n

On January 14, 2025, the Nigerian Immigration Service (NIS) released a circular named \u201cEmergence of New Sect ACHAD Life Mission International,\u201d signed by CIS A.A. Aridegbe, the Principal Staff Officer to the Comptroller-General of NIS. The circular stated:<\/p>\n

\u201cI have been instructed to notify you that information obtained by the service indicates the rise of a new group known as ACHAD Life Mission International.\u201d<\/p>\n

The intelligence assessments suggest that the sect is based in Kaduna, whereas its leader, Mr. Yokana, lives in Jos, Plateau State.<\/p>\n

The reports also emphasize that the sect does not follow Islam or Christianity, but rather promotes the revival of African traditions and backing for humanity.<\/p>\n

\u201cMoreover, intelligence indicates that the group has been enlisting members both locally and abroad, and could be engaged in actions like human trafficking and child separation.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cDue to the seriousness of these actions, you are directed to stay alert and promptly notify us of any indications of the sect\u2019s participation.\u201d Where relevant, arrests ought to be conducted, and updates given as necessary. \u201cThis is for your awareness and diligent adherence.\u201d<\/p>\n

The circular has been sent out to all NIS Directorates, Zones, Training Institutions, and State Commands.<\/p>\n

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Africa-Press – Nigeria. A newly discovered sect, reportedly engaged in global human trafficking, has been revealed in Kaduna State, based on recent intelligence reports. The organization, referred to as ACHAD Life Mission International, is reported to be enlisting members both in Nigeria and overseas. 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