Adeola, the first daughter of veteran Nollywood actress Jumoke George, has finally returned to Nigeria after being trafficked to Mali and missing for four years.
The development was confirmed on Monday by Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairperson of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM), who shared the update via her official X handle.
“Breaking! Adeola, daughter of popular actress Jumoke George, who cried out that she had not heard from her daughter in four years, is back home from Mali, where she was trafficked,” Dabiri announced.
Photos released online show a tearful reunion, with Adeola flanked by Dabiri-Erewa, actress Abiola Adebayo (who broke the story), and actor Adeniyi Johnson.
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This emotional reunion follows a heartbreaking revelation by Jumoke George during a recent interview on the TalkToB show, hosted by actress Abiola Adebayo. The veteran actress disclosed how she had been living in a church for six years, battling both serious health issues and the trauma of losing contact with her daughter.
“There are some things that are embarrassing to say, but at this point, I have no choice. I want to speak out,” she said during the interview. “My daughter Adeola had been missing. I spent every little money I earned looking for her.”
According to George, Adeola had been living with her grandmother in Ibadan before mysteriously disappearing while reportedly trying to travel to Lagos.
The actress recounted how Adeola eventually called to beg for forgiveness, revealing that she had migrated with some friends in search of a better life, only to fall into human trafficking in Mali.
Abike Dabiri praised actress Biola Adebayo and actor Niyi Johnson for their efforts in bringing attention to the issue.
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“Just received her, with Biola Adebayo, who broke the story, and Niyi Johnson. Details later!” Dabiri stated.
This development sheds light on the ongoing challenges of human trafficking in West Africa and the emotional toll it takes on victims and their families. Jumoke George’s courage in speaking out may inspire others to do the same.
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