Canada-Based Nigerian Tech Recruiter Arrested Over Alleged Human Trafficking

A Canada-based Nigerian tech recruiter, Ebunoluwa Tomiwa, has been arrested and charged with alleged human trafficking and sex-related offences, according to the Hamilton Police Service.

Tomiwa, 33, who is also known as “Boon”, was arrested after voluntarily surrendering to police hours after authorities declared him wanted.

Hamilton Police said Tomiwa turned himself in and was expected to appear in court for a bail hearing.

“Ebunoluwa Tomiwa, 33 years old, of Belleville was arrested for the following charges; Trafficking in Persons, Procuring for Sexual Services, Material Benefit – Trafficking of Persons and Withholding Documents,” the police said in a statement.

Tomiwa identifies himself as a tech recruiter with TEKsystems on his LinkedIn profile.

Police said investigators believe there could be additional victims linked to the case and urged anyone with relevant information to contact authorities.

“Investigators believe there may be additional victims and encouraged anyone who may have information, or who believes they may have been victimised, to come forward and speak with investigators,” the police added.

Tomiwa is expected to appear in court for a bail hearing as investigations continue. The allegations against him have not been proven in court.