Julie Okah-Donli, Director- General of NAPTIP, made the commendation when she named Tonto as NAPTIP Ambassador.
Tonto who led members of her NGO, Tonto Dikeh Foundation, was on a courtesy visit to the Headquarters of the Agency in Abuja, as part of collaboration on the war against trafficking in persons.
Mrs Okah- Donli, said that the decision to name the actress as NAPTIP Ambassador was in recognition of her passion for youth who are majorly victims of trafficking, and her readiness to work the Agency.
“Tonto is the first Nollywood actress to partner with us in fighting the scourge of human trafficking, and automatically, is named an Ambassador for NAPTIP.
“There are many areas we can work together using her popularity as an actress and role model to many young people.’’
“She has fans and followers, especially on her social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and of course she can talk about NAPTIP on such platforms.
“She is known for the free skills acquisition and an empowerment programme she offers, especially young women, through her foundation, and that is line with our objectives as well,’’ Mrs Okah-Donli said.
The NAPTIP chief executive noted that as a popular celebrity, Tonto Dikeh’s emergence as ambassador would boost the agency’s campaign against human trafficking across Nigeria.
She however, urged other Nigerian celebrities alike to emulate the willingness shown by Tonto Dikeh to be an advocate against human trafficking.
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