By Olajobi Taiwo, has been arrested by the Ekiti State Police Command for allegedly assaulting a 15-year-old girl. The incident reportedly took place in the Dallimore area of Ado-Ekiti, the state capital. Authorities are also searching for a second suspect, who remains at large.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Sunday Abutu, Taiwo was apprehended by officers from the Oke-Ila Divisional Police Headquarters on March 7, 2025, around 11:40 a.m. Investigations revealed that the victim had fled her home, fearing punishment from her mother.
Police reports indicate that the suspects lured the girl into their room, where they allegedly assaulted her. While Taiwo is now in custody, efforts are ongoing to track down his accomplice.
Abutu stated that the case has been handed over to the Gender-Based Violence Unit of the State Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department for further inquiry. Authorities are committed to ensuring justice for the victim.
The Ekiti State Police Command has urged residents to remain law-abiding and to report any criminal activities. They emphasized their commitment to cracking down on sexual crimes and bringing offenders to justice.
Security officials also reiterated their warning against all forms of violence, assuring the public that perpetrators will face legal consequences.
