Operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Osun State Command, have apprehended four men for their alleged involvement in the abuse of two minors in Iwo, Osun State.
The suspects, identified as Sadiq Opeyemi, 30, Afeez Olalekan, 26, Ismail Ibrahim, 30, and Abdulahi Garba, 33, were taken into custody on December 3.
According to NSCDC Commandant Mr. Igbalawole Sotiyo, the victims, both 13 years old, were reportedly lured under the guise of assistance while living with their grandparents.
During a press briefing in Osogbo, Commandant Sotiyo condemned the act, describing it as a violation of the rights of the minors and pledging that justice would be served.
He assured the public that the suspects would face legal action to deter others from engaging in similar acts.
The suspects, who admitted to their actions during questioning, claimed to have offered money to the minors.
Their confessions have sparked outrage among community members and activists, who are calling for stricter enforcement of child protection laws.
