31/07/2026
Today, 31st July 2026, NACTAL held a strategic engagement meeting with representatives of the Voices Unchained Trafficking Survivor Initiative, a survivor-led organisation, to explore opportunities for collaboration in the fight against human trafficking and irregular migration. Mr. Osita Osemene, NACTAL's National Secretary/Head of Programs, received the delegation at the NACTAL National Secretariat and provided an overview of the network's mandate, structure, and commitment to strengthening survivor participation in advocacy, prevention, and response efforts.
The representatives of Voices Unchained Trafficking Survivor Initiative shared their mission of promoting safe and regular migration, raising awareness on the risks of human trafficking, supporting the reintegration of returnees, and empowering survivors through advocacy, rehabilitation, and community engagement. They emphasized the importance of leveraging their lived experiences to educate communities, prevent trafficking, and support fellow survivors.
In his response, Mr. Osita Osemene reaffirmed NACTAL's commitment to mentoring and supporting the institutional growth of the survivor-led initiative. He highlighted the importance of capacity building, credibility, leadership, and strategic partnerships in ensuring the organisation's sustainability and long-term impact. He also encouraged the group to remain focused, build strong institutional systems, and develop the expertise needed to become a credible voice in Nigeria's counter-trafficking space.
The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to sustained engagement, mentorship, and collaboration aimed at strengthening survivor-led initiatives and advancing collective efforts to combat human trafficking while promoting safe and regular migration across Nigeria.