A 45-year-old woman, Stella Nwadigbo, was arraigned at Magistrate Court 1, Ogba, on Thursday for allegedly assaulting a three-year-old pupil in Ikorodu, Lagos.
The incident, which sparked outrage after a video of the assault went viral, prompted swift action from the Lagos State Police Command.
Following the receipt of the footage, the suspect was arrested by officers from the Family Support Unit (FSU) of the Ikorodu Police Division on January 8.
Nwadigbo was subsequently transferred to the Gender Unit at the Command Headquarters for further investigation.
The victim, who sustained injuries from the assault, was immediately taken to a medical facility for proper care.
During her court appearance, Nwadigbo faced charges of indecent treatment and assault of a child.
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The Magistrate ordered her remand at the Kirikiri Correctional Facility until February 18, 2025, when the case will resume for continuation of the hearing.
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olanrewaju Ishola, praised citizens for promptly bringing the incident to the attention of the authorities.
“The Lagos State Command remains committed to the safety and security of all residents and visitors,” CP Ishola said.
CSP police public relations officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, reiterated the Command’s zero-tolerance for child abuse, emphasizing that justice will be served.