Femi Mohammed: A Muslim CSE Survivor's Story of Trafficking, Recent Assault, and Controversy in the UK Rape Gang Inquiry

Femi Mohammed, a Muslim woman of colour from Dudley in the West Midlands, has emerged as a vocal survivor of child sexual exploitation (CSE) and adult sexual assault. Her experiences span nearly two decades of trafficking by a white gang starting at age 17, followed by more recent allegations of assault and threats by a Pakistani Conservative councillor. She has publicly detailed her story amid her involvement — and subsequent fallout — with Independent MP Rupert Lowe's crowdfunded Rape Gang Inquiry.

Early Exploitation and Trafficking

According to her public statements, Femi's abuse began when she was 17 years old. She describes being sold and trafficked for approximately 18 years by a white gang. This case differs from the more widely reported UK grooming gang scandals, which often involve groups of predominantly Pakistani heritage men targeting vulnerable white girls in towns like Rotherham, Rochdale, and Telford. Femi has emphasized that her traffickers were white, highlighting that CSE affects victims across ethnic and religious lines.

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As a Muslim survivor, she has noted being underrepresented in media discussions on sexual exploitation. She has spoken about the long-term trauma, silence, and institutional failures she encountered when trying to seek justice. Recent Assault and Threats

In addition to her historical trafficking, Femi has alleged she was sexually assaulted and threatened as an adult by a Pakistani man who was, at the time, a Conservative councillor. She has linked this to broader cover-ups involving police, the CPS, local councils, MPs, and even mentions of involvement by Jess Phillips in related matters. These claims remain part of her ongoing advocacy and statements.

Involvement with Rupert Lowe's Rape Gang Inquiry. In August 2025, Femi participated in MP Rupert Lowe's independent, crowdfunded Rape Gang Inquiry, which aimed to gather survivor testimonies on organized grooming gangs, systemic failures by authorities, and pursue accountability through private prosecutions and a public report. She submitted evidence over six months, including official documents and audio from other victims, and signed a consent form.

She was invited to give evidence at hearings in February 2026, with travel arrangements made. However, she claims she was abruptly removed without explanation shortly after. According to Femi, she was advised not to focus on her full CSE history (the 18-year trafficking) and instead emphasize her recent assault case. She has accused the inquiry of downplaying or sidelining Muslim and women-of-colour survivors' stories, mirroring the very institutional failings it sought to expose.

Podcast with Ben Habib and Further Allegations Femi also recorded two episodes of Ben Habib's "Fearless" podcast in April 2026, discussing her experiences. The first may have aired or been referenced, but she states the second was not published despite promises. She has publicly called on Habib to release it, alleging emotional and psychological harm from the process.

Councillor Donna Rachel Edmunds of the Advance Party has stood by Femi, confirming her support for her as "a survivor of historical child sex trafficking and presently a victim of sexual assault and threats." Edmunds, who has worked with grooming survivors since 2015, accompanied Femi to the London podcast recording.

Broader Context and Reactions Femi's case has sparked debate within UK survivor advocacy circles. Supporters view her as a brave voice highlighting that CSE is not confined to one ethnic profile and criticizing perceived political exploitation of testimonies. Critics of the inquiry fallout point to communication breakdowns and inconsistent handling of diverse survivor stories. Femi has stressed she feels used as a "pawn" for political profiles rather than genuinely supported.

She continues to advocate on X emphasizing empowerment for women and girls across communities and calling out what she sees as selective silencing.

Ongoing Impact Femi Mohammed's story underscores the complexity of CSE in the UK: victims from all backgrounds, abusers from varied groups, and persistent challenges with authorities. While her full allegations await further verification or legal processes, her public testimony adds an important perspective to national discussions on grooming, trafficking, and inquiry accountability. As she has stated, survivors deserve dignity, agency, and consistent support — not to be discarded when their stories don't fit a dominant narrative.