Woman In Police Custody For Burning Stepdaughter’s Head

• Police nab fake news purveyor, Destiny Ekhorutomuen

For physically abusing her five-year-old stepdaughter, a woman, Ihsanatu Shaaibu, is currently cooling her feet in Police custody.

According to a statement by the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) confirming her arrest, Ihsanatu was seen in a viral video physically abusing and causing grievous injuries to her stepdaughter, Fa’iza Bala.

Reports said the stepmother is currently facing accusation of deliberately lighting fire that caused Fa’iza’s head to be badly burnt.

Reacting to the video capturing the abused child’s incident, the Force Public Relations Officer (FPRO), Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said the suspect and her accomplice were arrested on Thursday, January 9, 2025.

Adejobi, who is an Assistant Commissioner of Police, explained that the two accused persons will be prosecuted as soon as investigations are concluded.

The Force Spokesperson further promised thus; “We will keep you abreast of the proceedings”.

In another development, the Police said 38-year-old Destiny Ekhorutomuen has been arrested for spreading fake news on social media

Reports indicated that Destiny was apprehended in connection with spreading of misinformation.

A statement signed by ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Spokesman, said the suspect allegedly created and operated multiple social media accounts to disseminate false and inciting content aimed at provoking the public against the Nigeria Police.

Adejobi’s statement read thus; “The Nigeria Police Force has taken decisive action to curb the spread of fake news, disinformation, and incitement capable of widening the trust gap between the Police and members of the public who are critical stakeholders in national peace and security.

“On December 8, 2024, operatives of the Force apprehended one Destiny Ekhorutomuen, a 38-year-old suspect, in Uhunmwonde Local Government Area of Edo State.

“The suspect allegedly created and operated multiple social media accounts to disseminate false and inciting content aimed at provoking the public against the Nigeria Police.

“The Nigeria Police reiterates its zero tolerance for acts aimed at threatening the nation’s stability or tarnishing the reputation of the police and other government institutions.

“This deliberate spread of falsehoods erodes public trust, undermines societal cohesion, and poses significant risks to national security.

“In this regard, the Nigeria Police Force strongly warns against the misuse of social media and other communication platforms to propagate fake news or incite disorder.

“Such acts are criminal and punishable under the law. Citizens are urged to exercise caution and responsibility in their use of information, as the collective peace and unity of the nation depend on it.

“The NPF reassures the public of its unwavering commitment to upholding law and order. It will continue to identify and prosecute individuals or groups engaging in activities that threaten Nigeria’s peace and security”.