Two suspects arrested for allegedly defiling minors in Kebbi

From Olanrewaju Lawal, Birnin Kebbi

The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested two suspects for allegedly defiling minors in Kebbi State.

Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, CSP Nafiu Abubakar, confirmed this in a statement made available to newsmen in Birnin Kebbi.

According to him, “In its sustained efforts to ensure zero tolerance for child abuse, exploitation, and all forms of gender-based violence in the state, the Kebbi State Command has succeeded in arresting two suspects for defilement accordingly.

“On Tuesday, August 27, 2025, one Vina Shehu, female, aged 10 years, of Bedi, Zuru LGA of Kebbi State, was sent on an errand by her mother. While on her way, one Amos Jondo Maliki, male, of the same address, lured her into his room and had sexual intercourse with her.

“Additionally, on Friday, September 6, 2025, at about 1730hrs, one Nana A’isha Aminu Wala, female, aged 5 years, of Goribbu area, Birnin Kebbi, went to the shop of Mansuru Sani, male, aged 48 years, of the same address, to buy sweets. In the process, the said Mansuru Sani waylaid her into his shop and inserted his finger into her private parts.

“Upon completion of a discreet investigation by a team of detectives at the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Birnin Kebbi, both suspects have been arraigned in court.”

The Police Spokesman said the Commissioner of Police, Kebbi State Command, CP Bello M. Sani, had appreciated the giant strides of the Honourable Attorney General and Commissioner of Justice, Kebbi State, Dr Barr. Junaidu Bello Marshall, for his swift response and for ensuring diligent prosecution of gender-based violence cases in the state.

“CP Bello M. Sani also condemned the incidents in strong terms and reassured the residents of the Command’s unwavering determination to protect the most vulnerable members of society while promising that justice will be pursued in due course.

“He reiterated the Command’s commitment to a zero-tolerance stance against child exploitation, abuse, and all forms of gender-based violence.

“The CP urged parents to monitor the movement of their children and not hesitate to report gender-based violence cases to the nearest police station for prompt response,” he said.