Social media activist Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), has reportedly joined operatives of the Nigeria Police Force’s Special Tactical Squad (STS) in an early morning operation that led to the rescue of a seven-day-old baby and the bust of an alleged baby factory in Karshi, Abuja.
According to videos and updates shared by VeryDarkMan, the operation began around 4:00 a.m. and targeted a location believed to be involved in the illegal sale of babies. The activist documented parts of the raid, showing police officers and members of the tactical unit carrying out the operation before rescuing the newborn and other victims.
VeryDarkMan claimed the rescued infant had been stolen shortly after birth and sold through the alleged trafficking network. In a subsequent update, he also revealed that the baby’s mother had been reunited with her child following the operation, describing the rescue as a major breakthrough in the case.
The raid has generated widespread reactions across social media, with many Nigerians commending the collaboration between the activist and the Nigeria Police. Several users praised the Special Tactical Squad for acting swiftly, while others expressed shock that an alleged baby factory could be operating within the Federal Capital Territory.
The incident has also renewed conversations about child trafficking and illegal adoption syndicates in Nigeria. Human rights advocates have repeatedly warned that criminal networks continue to exploit vulnerable women and infants, making stronger law enforcement and public awareness essential to tackling the problem.
Although details of arrests and possible charges have yet to be fully disclosed by authorities, the operation has been widely welcomed as a significant step in disrupting an alleged trafficking ring. Many Nigerians have called for a thorough investigation to ensure everyone connected to the operation of the suspected baby factory is brought to justice.
The rescue has quickly become one of the country’s most talked-about stories, with many describing it as a reminder of the importance of cooperation between law enforcement agencies and citizens in exposing organised crime.
