Police arrest woman, one other for physically abusing five-year-old stepdaughter

Ihsanatu Shaaibu abuses stepdaughter

By John Ogunsemore

The Nigeria Police Force has confirmed the arrest of a woman, Ihsanatu Shaaibu, and an unnamed male suspect for allegedly physically abusing her five-year-old stepdaughter, Fa’iza Bala.

Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi disclosed this in a Facebook post on Thursday night.

Adejobi said the suspects were arrested on Thursday and would be prosecuted upon conclusion of investigation.

He said, “CHILD ABUSE: In relation to the viral video where a woman identified as Ihsanatu Shaaibu physically abused and caused grievous injuries to her stepdaughter Fa’iza Bala, a 5 year old.

Fa'iza Bala abused by stepdaughter, Ihsanatu Shaaibu

“The suspects have been arrested today, Thursday 9th Jan 2025, and will be prosecuted as soon as investigations are concluded.

“We will keep you abreast of the proceedings.”

Fa'iza Bala abused by stepdaughter, Ihsanatu Shaaibu

Daily Sun recalls that a primary school teacher, Stella Nwadigo is being prosecuted by the police in Lagos for allegedly physically abusing her three-year-old pupil.

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