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Enugu State Government has taken swift action regarding the disturbing case of Mrs. Ada Ogbogu, who allegedly assaulted her stepson with a pestle, causing serious harm.<\/p>\n

Commissioner for Children, Gender Affairs and Social Development, Mrs. Ngozi Enih, announced on Saturday that Mrs. Ogbogu, a resident of Sunrise Estate in Emene, Enugu metropolis, was arrested on Friday and is now in police custody.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis decisive move demonstrates the state government\u2019s commitment to protecting its children and ensuring that such horrific incidents will not be tolerated.<\/p>\n

\u201cEnugu State has a strong stance against child mistreatment, and this arrest sends a clear message that perpetrators will face consequences.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s reassuring to know that the government is taking proactive steps to safeguard the well-being of its young citizens. The state\u2019s dedication to children\u2019s welfare is evident in its policies and actions, making Enugu a safer place for its residents,\u201d the Commissioner said.<\/p>\n

She added that, \u201cOnce we were tipped off through one of our whistleblower channels on Friday, I quickly contacted the police and we all mobilised to the location, but only to meet the suspect, Mrs. Ada Ogbogu\u2019s absence. We, therefore, headed for the National Orthopaedic Hospital Enugu, where we immediately effected her arrest after informing the hospital\u2019s management.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe were also at the victim\u2019s bedside where we met with the team of doctors handling his case. The poor boy, aged three, had his femur or thigh bone broken.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is heart-wrenching how wickedly some people treat other people\u2019s children and sometimes even their own children. But in Enugu State, we have zero tolerance for such excesses.<\/p>\n

\u201cGovernor Peter Mbah has declared that no child should suffer abuse in Enugu State under his watch. Hence, this administration has made examples of culprits. This one will not be an exception after the police investigation.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cIn the meantime, the wife of the governor, Her Excellency, Mrs. Nkechinyere Mbah, is very pained by this development and has been intensively on the matter.<\/p>\n

\u201cShe has promised to not only see that justice is done, but also ensure that the little boy get all the medical treatment he needs to get back on his feet as soon as possible,\u201d Mrs. Enih stated.<\/p>\n

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