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FCT POLICE ORDER ARREST OF WOMAN OVER ALLEGED ABUSE OF TEENAGE MAID
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The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has ordered the immediate arrest of a woman alleged to have abused a 14-year-old domestic worker, Bashariya, from Zamfara State. A disturbing video showing Bashariya’s severe injuries went viral, sparking widespread condemnation on social media and calls for justice. FCT Commissioner of Police, Adewale Ajao, condemned the abuse, saying, “No child should suffer like this. We are treating this case with the urgency it deserves. The suspect must be brought to book.” According to preliminary reports, Bashariya was allegedly starved and subjected to physical abuse in the home where she worked. The full extent of her injuries is still being assessed by medical personnel. Ajao urged the public to remain vigilant and report suspected cases of abuse to authorities, emphasizing that children in domestic labor are particularly vulnerable. “This case is a stark reminder of the vulnerability of children in domestic labor. We will not tolerate such cruelty,” he added. Child rights advocates have welcomed the swift response but are calling for broader reforms to prevent similar incidents. Amina Yusuf, a child protection activist based in Abuja, noted that “this is not an isolated case. There are thousands of Bashariyas across Nigeria. It’s time for stronger laws and real enforcement.” The FCT Police Command has reiterated its commitment to justice and is encouraging anyone with additional information to come forward.
