Niger man arrested for impregnating 16-year-old granddaughter

Wednesday, April 15, 2026 - A 64-year-old man, Musa Gado, from Lufari village in Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State, is in police custody over allegations of sexual abuse and impregnating his 16-year-old granddaughter.

The minor is currently the mother of his four months old baby.

The Director General of the Niger State Child Rights Agency (CRA), Barrister Umulkhatum Mohammed, confirmed the development during an interview with journalists in Minna.

Mohammed stated that the case was reported to the agency on October 5, 2025, by the girl’s father, Lawali Na’ababa, and the village head, when the minor was already about six months pregnant at the time.

She said the agency immediately took steps to protect the minor and placed her under care following pressures for the pregnancy to be aborted until she safely delivered a baby boy in December 2025.

According to her, a DNA test was conducted a few weeks ago to determine paternity and the results reportedly revealed a 99.99 percent match indicating the suspect as the biological father of the child.

Mohammed added, “The result was presented to all parties involved, after which the suspect, who is still denying responsibility, was arrested and taken into custody by the State Criminal Investigation Department.

“He is currently in custody and will be charged to court after investigations are concluded.”

She condemned rising cases of child abuse in the state, stressing that the agency remains committed to protecting vulnerable children and ensuring justice is served.

Also reacting, the Global Promoters for Community Initiatives, implementers of the SCAPAGBV 3.0 project supported by the Nigeria Women Trust Fund led by the Project Director, Olasukanmi Kalejaiye, in the state, said they would ensure the case is properly prosecuted and that justice is served.

When contacted, the Niger State Police Command through the Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, confirmed the arrest, stating that the suspect remains in custody and will be charged to court after investigations.