The Federal Government has secured the release of six Nigerian women who were wrongfully detained in Cape Verde on false trafficking charges.
In a statement on Wednesday, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed the women have been freed and have since left the country.
The Ministry said its mission in Guinea Bissau worked closely with Cape Verdean authorities to ensure their release.
The women were reportedly on vacation in Cape Verde when they were detained over baseless trafficking allegations, which were later proven to be unfounded.
The Ministry expressed relief over the resolution and reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the rights of Nigerians abroad.
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