The Edo State Police Command has arrested 57-year-old Kadiri Edenokun of Jattu, Auchi, over the alleged defilement of his six-year-old stepdaughter.
According to a statement on Wednesday by the Edo State Police Public Relations Officer ASP Eno Ikoedem, the suspect confessed to committing the offence multiple times during interrogation.
“The child is currently receiving medical treatment under the care of the Ministry of Women Affairs, Edo State.
“The suspect remains in Police custody and will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigation,” the statement said.
The Edo State Commissioner of Police, CP Patrick Daaor, warns that the command will not tolerate acts of sexual violence, particularly against children.
He urges parents and members of the public to remain vigilant, stressing that anyone found culpable will be made to face the full weight of the law.
The command also urges members of the public to provide timely and credible information on suspicious persons, movements or activities.
