Lagos hunter arrested for allegedly abusing minor
A member of the Nigerian Hunter and Forest Security Service, Joseph Agbo, has been arrested in Lagos State over allegations of repeatedly abusing a 14-year-old girl. The arrest was made by officers of the Iju Ishaga Division after a report from the Advocates for Children and Vulnerable Persons Network (ACVPN). The organisation conducted a preliminary investigation and alerted the police, leading to the suspect's apprehension. Authorities have since transferred the case to the Gender Unit at the Lagos State Police Command headquarters for further investigation.
What happened
- Joseph Agbo is accused of luring a 14-year-old girl into his apartment on multiple occasions and threatening her to keep silent.
- The survivor reported that Agbo sometimes gave her money after the incidents and warned her not to tell anyone.
- The case was initially investigated by ACVPN, who then involved the police for further action.
- The survivor has received medical care and psychosocial support at a Lagos State-approved Sexual Assault Referral Centre.
- Police spokesperson CSP Abimbola Adebisi confirmed the arrest and clarified that Agbo is not a police officer but a member of the Nigerian Hunter and Forest Security Service.
