By our Reporter
The Ondo State Police Command under the leadership of CP Adebowale has said that a case of defilement is currently under thorough investigation by the Command’s Gender-Based Violence Unit.
According to him, the case was reported on the 29th of March, 2026 by a 14-year-old female (name withheld for confidentiality), a resident of Ijebu Owo.
Speaking further, the victim alleged that on the same date, one Emmanuel Usman ‘M’, aged 23 years, forcefully dragged her into his employer’s office located along Ijebu Owo, where he had unlawful carnal knowledge of her without her consent.
The victim further alleged that the suspect threatened her with dire consequences should she disclose the incident to anyone, an act intended to intimidate and silence her. Despite the threat, the victim courageously reported the matter to the police, prompting immediate action.
Upon receipt of the report, operatives swiftly moved into action, leading to the arrest of the suspect. He is currently in police custody and has made useful statements that is aiding investigation. He will be charged to court accordingly upon the conclusion of investigation.
The command said that the victim has been taken to the General Hospital, Owo, where she received necessary medical care while appropriate psychosocial support mechanisms are being explored to ensure the victim’s well-being throughout the investigative and judicial process.
CP Adebowale, Commissioner of Police, Ondo State Command
also directed that the case be handled with utmost diligence, sensitivity, and urgency to ensure justice is served, while ensuring the Command’s unwavering commitment to combating all forms of sexual and gender-based violence across the State.
The Command strongly condemns acts of defilement and all forms of abuse against minors and assures the public that such offenders will be brought to justice in accordance with the law.
