The Nigeria Polics Force (NPF) has arrested a woman, Ihsanatu Shaaibu, and one other unnamed suspect, over alleged child abuse by inflicting grievous injuries on a five-year-old stepdaughter, Fa’iza Bala.
The development followed a viral video of the incident on social media. Consequently, Police operatives effected the arrests on Thursday.
This was disclosed by the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, in a post on his verified social media handles and that of the NPF on Thursday night.
The Police image-maker wrote: “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.
“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.”