CYRIACUS IZUEKWE
The men of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC, have arrested a 76-year old man, Pa David Ogunsanwo, for allegedly raping and impregnating a 16-year old girl in Ogun State.
P.M.EXPRESS reports that the incident happened at Ajisebutu House, Oba Adenaiya Street, Itamarun in Ijebu Imusin, Abeokuta area of Ogun State, where they reside.
This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development in Ogun State, Adijat Adeleye, who confirmed that the suspect was in custody undergoing interrogation over his alleged conduct
Adijat Adeleye told the newsmen in Abeokuta on Saturday, 19th November, 2023, that the septuagenarian would be arraigned in order to get justice for the victim.
“The arrest of the aged culprit was facilitated by the Community Development Initiatives located at Ajisebutu House, Oba Adenaiya Street, Itamarun in Ijebu Imusin, led by the Executive Director, Igbodipe Olumide Fidelis.”
“Upon findings, it was discovered that the young girl, whose identity was not disclosed, was already 5 months pregnant,” she said.
She expressed worries about the increasing rate of sexual abuse in the country and appealed to victims to always speak up.
The Commissioner also called on parents to stop withdrawing rape cases from the security agencies so that the law will take its course in order to serve as deterrent to others who might want to commit the offence.
“Parents are advised to report cases of violation of their children and wards to the police and not withdraw such cases until justice is served,” she said.
“Withdrawing cases of violation from the law serves as an impetus for perpetrators to continue in the crime,”
“Over time, it has been established that collective action and a unified stance against despicable acts are crucial to safeguarding children and bringing perpetrators to justice,” she added.
The suspect, Pa Ogunsanwo, risks several years of imprisonment or life imprisonment if he is tried and found guilty before the Court for defilement but that will be after the conclusion of investigations by the Police.