The wife of the Anambra State Governor, Mrs Nonye Soludo, has vowed to ensure justice for a 10-year-old boy allegedly subjected to severe abuse by his guardians in Awada, Obosi, in Idemili North Local Government Area of the state.
The boy, whose condition drew public outrage after videos showing extensive injuries on his body surfaced on social media, is currently receiving medical treatment under state protection.
In a statement issued on Monday, Mrs Soludo described the alleged abuse as horrific and pledged to personally oversee the child’s rehabilitation and recovery.
She disclosed that she had spoken with the state Commissioner for Health, Dr Afam Obidike, and requested that the child be transferred to a more suitable medical facility for specialised care.
“I am deeply saddened and disturbed by the horrific abuse allegedly suffered by the 10-year-old boy in the hands of his guardian in Awada, Obosi.
“No child, whatever their crime, deserves to endure such cruelty, and as a mother, I find the images and reports from the incident deeply troubling.
“Following this development, I have spoken with the Commissioner for Health, Dr Afam Obidike, and appealed that the child be moved from his current hospital to a more suitable medical facility where he can receive optimum treatment, specialised care, and every support necessary for his recovery,” she stated.
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Mrs Soludo said she would take full responsibility for the boy’s rehabilitation and ensure he receives the support needed to recover physically, emotionally and psychologically.
She also called for the prosecution of all those connected to the alleged abuse.
“Furthermore, I have requested that all those connected to this heinous act be brought to justice, including the arrest of the suspect’s husband to answer for a crime that occurred under his roof.
“Those responsible must face the full weight of the law. Anambra State, under this administration, maintains zero tolerance for any form of abuse against children and women, and I will personally follow up on this case to ensure that justice is rightly served,” she stated.
She also commended those who brought the incident to public attention.
“We must all remain vigilant and speak up whenever we witness abuse, because every child deserves protection, dignity, and love. I really thank everyone who spoke up and brought this heinous act to light,” she added.
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Official sources cited
- government Anambra State Police Command
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Official sources cited
- government Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Esther Onyekesi
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The PunchIndependentCenter5 days ago Soludo’s wife vows justice for 10-year-old boy tortured by guardiansMrs Nonye Soludo, wife of Anambra State Governor, has vowed to seek justice for a 10-year-old boy allegedly tortured by his guardians in Awada, Obosi. The boy is currently receiving medical treatment under state protection. Mrs Soludo expressed deep concern over the abuse and has requested that the child be transferred to a better-equipped medical facility for specialized care.
Bias read (Center): The article presents the governor's wife's response to an alleged case of child abuse without overtly favoring any political side. It focuses on her actions and statements regarding the child's welfare and does not include commentary or framing that suggests a political bias.
Official sources cited
- government Statement by Mrs Nonye Soludo
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