Lagos state government rescues 9-year-old victim of alleged sexual assault

A nine-year-old girl allegedly molested by one Baba Michael has been rescued by the Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development (MYSD), in collaboration with the Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA).

Penpushing reports that the Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, made this known in a statement on his official X handle @ Mo_ogunlende on Saturday, adding that the alleged assault took place at the suspect’s residence, 4, Azeez Ademola Street, off Anishere, Ayobo.

‘This is in response to a viral video posted by Comedienne Princess, which raised alarm to notify the public of the ugly incident. The survivor has been placed in protective custody and she is receiving necessary medical care and psychological support through counselling,” he said.

Penpushing further report that Ogunlende stated that, the alleged perpetrator has been apprehended and is currently in custody, with Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA) handling the legal proceedings to ensure justice is served.

The commissioner added that the swift intervention by the two bodies underscored the Lagos State Government’s unwavering commitment to protecting the rights and well-being of all residents, particularly vulnerable persons.

Penpushing also reports that he, however, urged residents to continue to report matters of concern to the ministry, “See Something, Say Something, Sort It Out”, while he reaffirmed the government’s zero-tolerance for all forms of sexual and gender-based violence.

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