The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice of Benue State, Fidelis Mnyim, has announced the successful repatriation of trafficked girls from the state who were discovered in the Ivory Coast and different parts of Nigeria.

The announcement came via a statement released Thursday in Makurdi by Mnyim’s media aide, Iormbagah Jacob. While the statement did not disclose the exact number of girls rescued, Mnyim attributed the achievement to ongoing efforts aimed at promoting social justice and protecting public interest.

Addressing recent accusations of corruption and inefficiency published online, Mnyim highlighted a range of accomplishments and reforms achieved during his two-year tenure.

According to the statement, the Ministry of Justice has undergone substantial changes, including the creation of new directorates such as Appeals, Judgment Debt Management, and Legal Services for MDAs. The ministry also launched the Public Order Directorate and initiated “Operation Save the Benue Child,” a flagship program targeting civil order and child protection.

Mnyim noted that under his leadership, ten important laws were successfully sponsored and passed. These include the Benue State Persons with Disability Law, the Public Procurement (Amendment) Law, the State Electricity Law, and the Benue State Electoral Amendment Law.

Additionally, the ministry reactivated the State Human Trafficking Task Force and established the State Mining Marshals to combat illegal mining operations.

“Through our commitment to public interest and social justice, we have been able to secure the return of trafficked girls from Edo State and the Ivory Coast,” the statement noted.

Reaffirming his dedication to transparency, accountability, and the rule of law, Mnyim stated that the ministry’s achievements reflect a strong commitment to safeguarding the rights of the vulnerable and promoting responsible governance.