One Ozioma Okonkwo, a native of Imo State, has been arrested for allegedly defiling his two-year-old and five-year-old biological daughters, in Enugu State.

According to the state government, Okonkwo was nabbed on Saturday, following a distress report from a concerned citizen who promptly alerted the authorities.

The suspect is currently in police custody and will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.

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Meanwhile, the two children have been placed in a government-approved shelter under the Ministry of Children, Gender Affairs, and Social Development, where they are receiving medical care and psychosocial support.

Their mother, who is said to be deeply traumatized by the incident, will also undergo therapy under the supervision of the ministry’s social welfare and counseling team.

The government commended the Nigeria Police Force for its swift and professional response, which led to the prompt arrest of the suspect. It also reiterated its zero-tolerance stance on sexual and gender-based violence, assuring the public that all offenders would face the full weight of the law.

Speaking on the incident, the Commissioner for Children, Gender Affairs, and Social Development condemned the act in strong terms, describing it as “a heart-wrenching and unacceptable crime against innocence.”

“The Enugu State Government, under the leadership of Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, remains unwavering in its commitment to protect every child and ensure that perpetrators of such evil acts are brought to justice. No child should ever have to endure such trauma, especially from those meant to provide care and protection,” the commissioner stated.

The government also appreciated the vigilance and cooperation of citizens who continue to support efforts to safeguard the rights, safety, and dignity of women and children across the state.