Theory question 104
Human TraffickingSection B
(a) Define human trafficking.
(b) State six causes of human trafficking in Nigeria.
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Model answer
(a) Human trafficking is the recruitment, transport, transfer, harbouring or receipt of persons by threat, force, deception or abuse of power for the purpose of exploitation (forced labour, prostitution, slavery, organ removal).
(b) Any six:
Poverty.
Unemployment.
Greed / desire for quick wealth.
Ignorance and illiteracy.
Large family size and broken homes / lack of parental care.
Corruption of officials, weak law enforcement.
Desire to travel abroad for a better life.
Demand for cheap labour and commercial sex.
Conflict and displacement.
Explanation
Key words in the definition: movement of persons + force/deception + exploitation.