Operatives of the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) have successfully rescued a 16-year-old domestic worker who was was subjected to abuse and torture by her employer in the Gwarimpa area of Abuja. 

The agency in a statement on Friday, September 26, 2025 said the victim was rescued following a tip-off from concerned neighbours. 

NAPTIP said the victim’s employer poured hot water on her, adding that all the individuals involved in the heinous act will be prosecuted. 

“The victim, who hails from Imo State and comes from a family of 1, had been caring for her employer’s three children, including two-month twins, and a seven-year-old boy while the employer worked at night,” the statement read.

“Reports indicate that the girl was scalded with hot water by her employer. Alert neighbours quickly rushed her to a hospital and immediately contacted NAPTIP, prompting a swift rescue operation.

“The agency has commenced a full investigation into the incident, and all individuals involved in this heinous act will face the full weight of the law.”

The agency has called on the public to report any case of trafficking or abuse.