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14-Year-Old Girl Raped by 11 Men Gives Birth to Baby Boy
Authorities in Kaduna State are currently dealing with a case of multiple rape of a 14-year-old girl by different men leading to conception and eventual delivery of a baby boy.
Already, Chief Magistrate Court sitting in Kaduna has order the remand of 10 of the suspect at a Correctional Facility over the incident, while the eleventh person is said to be on the run.
The teenage girl living with disability, according to the First Information Report (FIR), resides in Likoro village, Kudan Local Government Area.
The FIR continued that the suspects raped the victim continuously at different intervals by luring her into their various abodes.
An Inspector of Police, Yakubu I. Lemu, currently prosecuting the case, told the court that the multiple rapes resulted in pregnancy and the birth of a baby boy four months ago, adding that the act contravenes section 257 of the Kaduna State Penal Code.
He said: “According to the FIR on 27th October, 2024 at 6.30 pm, one Usman Yusuf reported that he discovered that his younger sister, Fatima Maikanti, was six months pregnant. He said, when questioned, she revealed that at different locations, at different times the suspects lured her to their various places in the village and had sexual intercourse with her, as a result, she became pregnant and was delivered of a baby boy.
“Investigation revealed that each of the suspects had sexual intercourse with the victim at different locations which contravened section 257 of the Kaduna State Penal Code.”
Justice Abubakar Lamido, who is handling the matter, said the court is waiting for advice from the Ministry of Justice and ordered the suspects to be remanded at the correctional centre pending the transfer of the case to the High Court.
He adjourned the matter to May 22, 2025 for mention.
The Commissioner, Ministry of Human Services and Social Development, while vowing that the government would pursue the case until justice is served, added: “The victim was raped continuously when she was 14-years-old after which she became pregnant. Now she has a baby that she cannot take care of because she is also a baby and too small to handle a child.
“The Kaduna State government also has laws that protect women and children and even vulnerable people, the Child Protection and Social Welfare and the Violence Against Persons (VAP) laws as well as the sex offender registry where we register the names of offenders to serve as a deterrent to others. The case is pathetic, both the victim’s parents are blind and she also has one eye.
“The girl has given birth now to a child of four months old, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) that was handling the case and now retired had silence the case, but with the help of the Commissioner of Police (CP), the case has been reopened as a fresh case because the incident happened over a year now and she has a four month old child.
“The former DPO arrested them and also released them on bail, capital offence is not supposed to be granted bail that is why we reopened the case as a fresh case to re -arrest them. We that the Commissioner of Police and his team for their quick action of re-arresting the suspects.
“The State will do everything within the ambit of the law to ensure the victim gets justice. The government will take care of the social welfare of the child and the mother because she is also a child, so they are going to be under our care for their social protection.”
Rabi warned the general public that the government will not tolerate any act of abuse, torture and molestation of women, children and especially, people living with disability.
Adron Homes & Properties Limited has congratulated Muslim faithful on the commencement of the holy month of Ramadan, urging Nigerians to embrace the virtues of sacrifice, discipline, and compassion that define the season.
In a statement made available to journalists, the company described Ramadan as a period of deep reflection, spiritual renewal, and strengthened devotion to faith and humanity.
According to the management, the holy month represents values that align with the organisation’s commitment to integrity, resilience, and community development.
“Ramadan is a time that teaches patience, generosity, and selflessness. As our Muslim customers and partners begin the fast, we pray that their sacrifices are accepted and that the season brings peace, joy, and renewed hope to their homes and the nation at large,” the statement read.
The firm reaffirmed its dedication to providing affordable and accessible housing solutions to Nigerians, noting that building homes goes beyond structures to creating environments where families can thrive.
Adron Homes further urged citizens to use the period to pray for national unity, economic stability, and sustainable growth.
It wished all Muslim faithful a spiritually fulfilling Ramadan.
Ramadan Mubarak.
Suspected armed bandits have killed a traditional ruler, Oba Kehinde Falodun, the Alagamo of Agamo community, during a violent assault on his palace in Akure North Local Government Area of Ondo State.
The attackers, reportedly about 10 in number, were said to have stormed the monarch’s residence on Wednesday evening in what residents described as an attempted abduction of the royal father and members of his household.
According to the Olori (Queen), who narrowly escaped, the gunmen initially attempted to whisk the monarch away but encountered resistance before the situation escalated.
“The bandits just came and started shooting. They were about 10. Three stayed at the entrance while others came inside. I ran into the bush. They shot at me, but it did not affect me,” she said.
She added that when the kidnappers failed to subdue the monarch, they resorted to violence.
“They kept dragging my husband, and I kept shouting for help. Later, they hit something on his head and stomach. He has been killed,” she said.
Confirming the incident on Thursday, spokesman for the Nigeria Police Force in Ondo State, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, said the command received distress information around 7:50 pm from a community leader.
He said about six armed men invaded the palace, forcefully took the monarch from his compound, and fled.
“The victim was later found a few metres away with gunshot wounds. He was confirmed dead at the scene,” Jimoh stated.
He disclosed that the Divisional Police Officer, alongside tactical teams, immediately mobilised officers and local security groups, including Amotekun Corps, hunters, and Atuluse vigilantes, to comb nearby bushes in search of the attackers.
According to him, surveillance has been intensified across the area while efforts continue to track and apprehend the suspects.
“The Command assures residents that no stone will be left unturned in bringing those responsible to justice,” he added.
Meanwhile, elders and traditional chiefs in Agamo have condemned the killing, describing the late monarch as a peace-loving leader who played a major role in resolving disputes and promoting development in the community.
A community leader, who asked not to be named, said the attack has created fear and a leadership vacuum.
“This is a painful loss to us. Kabiyesi was very close to the people. We appeal to government and security agencies to act fast and ensure those behind this are arrested,” he said.
The incident adds to growing security concerns in the state, where kidnappings, attacks on farmers, and assaults on rural communities have increased in recent months.
The Lagos State Government has declared that the restriction of unregulated minibuses, popularly called Korope, along the Lekki-Epe Expressway is a permanent, data-driven policy, following a protest by the drivers.
In an official rejoinder on Tuesday, signed by the Special Adviser on Transportation to the Governor, Sola Giwa, the state condemned the blockade of the Ajah axis, describing the drivers’ actions as “economic sabotage” and a threat to public safety.
The statement read: “The attention of the Lagos State Ministry of Transportation has been drawn to reports of a protest by operators of Korope minibuses which temporarily obstructed movement along the Lekki–Epe Expressway, particularly around the Ajah axis.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the Lekki–Epe corridor has formally transitioned into a Mass Transit and Regulated Transport Corridor under the Bus Reform Initiative (BRI) framework of the Lagos State Government.
“This transition is deliberate, data-driven, and in alignment with the State’s long-term vision for a safer, more efficient, and economically viable transport ecosystem.”
“The restriction of unregulated Korope operations on that expressway is not sudden, arbitrary, or targeted,” the statement continued.
“Stakeholder engagement preceded enforcement. Multiple consultations were held with transport unions, corridor operators, and relevant associations. Sensitisation exercises, public advisories, and structured notifications were issued well ahead of enforcement to ensure clarity and compliance,” it noted.
Giwa condemned the protest, which saw several of minibus drivers use their vehicles to obstruct the expressway, and left thousands of commuters stranded.
He wrote: “It is, therefore, unfortunate that despite being fully aware of the policy direction and the regulatory position of government, certain operators chose to disrupt public order by blocking a critical expressway that serves thousands of commuters daily. Such actions undermine public safety, economic productivity, and the collective progress of the corridor.
“The Lekki–Epe Expressway is a strategic economic artery linking residential, commercial, industrial, and maritime assets including the Free Trade Zone. Allowing unregulated operations that compromise traffic flow, safety standards, and structured mass transit reforms would reverse the gains already recorded on the corridor.”
He confirmed he had engaged directly with the Commissioner of Police and Area Commanders to ensure “heightened enforcement, proactive patrol, and sustained vigilance” to prevent further breakdowns of law and order.
The state government urged the protesting drivers to align with the new regulatory framework rather than resorting to chaos.
The statement read: “We urge all operators to align with the regulatory framework guiding the corridor and embrace structured participation within the formal transport system.
“Reforms under the Bus Reform Initiative are designed to improve safety, predictability, and dignity within the transport ecosystem. Lawful engagement remains welcome. However, disruption of public infrastructure will not be tolerated.”
