In Edo State, Nigeria, a man identified as Felix Iloghevbo has been arrested by the police for allegedly defiling his seven-year-old daughter. The incident is said to have occurred on September 19 in Idokpa Community, Uhunmwode Local Government Area of the state.
The State Police Command’s spokesperson, Chidi Nwabuzor, confirmed the arrest and stated that the suspect was apprehended by operatives of the Egba Division Police Station based on credible information. The suspect reportedly confessed to the crime, and the victim was taken to the Vivian Medical Center for a medical examination.
In a separate incident, the police also arrested one Godwin Osaghale for allegedly raping a 20-year-old girl in Uromi, Edo Central. The arrest followed a complaint from the victim’s father. The suspect is said to have entered the victim’s apartment while she was alone and forcefully sexually assaulted her. The victim was taken to the hospital for a medical examination.
Investigations are ongoing, and both suspects are expected to be charged to court.