Thursday, April 16, 2026 - The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ondo State Command, has arrested two suspects involved in separate cases of r@pe and defilement of minors in Akure.
Head, Media and Public Relations of the command, SC Daniel
Aidamenbor, disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
According to the statement, a 22-year-old farmer, Emeka
Chidi Innocent, allegedly r@ped a 13-year-old girl on March 3.
Similarly, a 38-year-old tiler, Ayodele John, allegedly
def!led a 15-year-old minor within her parents’ residence on April 13.
Aidamenbor said that preliminary investigations revealed
that both suspects were known to the victims and their families prior to the
incidents.
In light of the disturbing incidents, the Command, under the
leadership of Commandant Oluyemi Ibiloye, JP, advised parents and guardians to
exercise heightened vigilance in safeguarding their children and wards.
"This development underscores the Command’s unwavering
commitment to protecting vulnerable members of society, especially minors, and
ensuring that perpetrators of s3xual and gender-based violence are brought to
justice,” the statement read.
"In the first case, one Emeka Chidi Innocent, a
22-year-old farmer, allegedly r@ped a 13-year-old girl at the SIB, Igbatoro
area of Akure on 3rd March 2026.
"Following the incident, the suspect fled the area and
remained at large for several weeks.
"Acting on credible intelligence and sustained
surveillance efforts, operatives of the Corps successfully tracked and
apprehended him in Idanre. He is currently in custody undergoing further
investigation.
"In a separate incident, Ayodele John, a 38-year-old
tiler, is alleged to have defiled a 15-year-old minor within her parents’
residence located along Oda Road, Akure.
"The offence reportedly occurred on 13th April 2026. A
swift response by operatives of the Command led to the arrest of the suspect on
14th April 2026, less than 24 hours after the incident was reported.
"Preliminary investigations reveal that both suspects
were known to the victims and their families prior to the incidents, a factor
that raises serious concerns about trust, access, and domestic security.
"Both individuals have made confessional statements to
the alleged crimes. The Command is in the process of concluding investigations,
after which the suspects will be formally charged to court.
"The NSCDC assures the public that diligent prosecution
will be pursued to ensure justice is served and to deter others from engaging
in such heinous acts.
"In light of these disturbing incidents, the Command
strongly advises parents, guardians, and members of the public to exercise
heightened vigilance and responsibility in safeguarding their children and
wards.
"Conduct thorough background checks and proper
profiling of artisans, domestic workers, and any individuals granted access to
homes.
"The Command stresses that parental responsibilities
must not be neglected, delegated, or outsourced, as proactive supervision
remains a critical line of defense against abuse.
"The NSCDC Ondo State Command reiterates its
zero-tolerance stance on rape, defilement, and all forms of sexual
violence.
"The Corps remains resolute in its mandate to protect
lives and property, and will continue to deploy all necessary resources to
combat crimes against vulnerable persons.
“Members of the public are encouraged to promptly report any
suspicious activities or incidents to the nearest NSCDC office or relevant
security agencies.”
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