By Gabriella Ogbu
The International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL), has issued Red Notices for 14 Nigerians wanted for crimes including human trafficking, drug trafficking, robbery, fraud, and forgery.
The notices, published Tuesday, identify the suspects and the countries where they are accused of committing these offences.
Among the wanted individuals is Felix Omoregie, accused by Belgian authorities of leading a criminal organization involved in the sexual exploitation of minors and human trafficking.
Jessica Edosomwan is sought by French authorities for trafficking victims and participating in organized crime, including money laundering.
Uche Egbue, Jude Uzoma, and Chinedu Ezeunara are wanted in Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay, respectively, for drug-related offences.
Benedict Okoro is being pursued by Nicaraguan authorities for his role in organized crime, while Ikechukwu Obidiozor, Akachi Vitus, and Alachi Stanley are wanted in Angola for kidnapping, robbery, and illegal arms possession.
Mary Eze is accused by Danish authorities of human trafficking, while Bouhari Salif is sought in China for drug smuggling.
Timloh Nkem is wanted in Canada for sexual assault and non-compliance with legal conditions.
Additionally, Austine Costa and Okromi Festus are accused in India of forgery, cheating, and criminal conspiracy.
INTERPOL clarified that Red Notices are requests for the location and provisional arrest of individuals pending extradition and are not equivalent to arrest warrants.
The organization urged the public to provide information on the suspects to local authorities.
Each member country retains discretion in responding to these notices under its laws, ensuring global collaboration in combating cross-border crimes.
