Ogun takes responsibility to 12-year-old minor allegedly molested by guardian
The Ogun state government said, it has taken responsibility of the 12- years old minor who was molested by her guardian in Ewekoro local government area of the state.
A 25-year old Temitope Adetanju, allegedly inserted a piece of firewood into her (victim )vagina for stealing biscuit of N200, Milo N150 and Mr Fruit N300.
The incident, according to the state Police Command was said to have occurred around 11:000 am on Thursday and the suspect arrested by the Divisional Police Officer in Obada-Oko.
The Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Adijat Adeleye on Friday, said that the ministry has taking responsibility for the minor for full medical attention and psychosocial support.
Adeleye said “ Our attention has been drawn to an alleged case of abuse and mistreatment in a viral video, where a minor is shown to have been badly beaten and tortured.
“ In response, the Ministry has immediately swung into action to locate and identify the victim and the alleged perpetrator involved in this incident, Mrs. Adeyanju Temitope, 25 years old, who is currently in police custody. With the assistance of various stakeholders, we are obtaining relevant details to aid further investigation by law enforcement agencies.
“ Furthermore, as part of our proactive efforts, we are immediately taking responsibility for the minor for full medical attention. We are committed to providing her with adequate medical and psychosocial support.
She reiterated that the Abiodun led administration is committed to safety and child protection while warning that anyone found engaging in actions contrary to the State Child Rights Law will face the full wrath of the law.
The commissioner however, appealed to members of the public to always protect and report any cases of child abuse or gender-based violence.
