Police Arraign 12 Over Alleged Rape, Defilement, Child Abuse, Abduction, Assault in Anambra

By Our Reporter

Twelve suspects have been arraigned before a Gender Magistrate Court in Awka over alleged offences ranging from rape, defilement and child abuse to abduction and assault, as the Anambra State Police Command reaffirmed its commitment to protecting women, children and other vulnerable persons across the state.

The suspects were brought before the court on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, following investigations by operatives of the Command into separate cases reported in different parts of Anambra State.

Among those arraigned are Chima Onyeanuna, Emeka Muo, and Okafor Chibundu, who are accused of allegedly abducting and defiling a 14-year-old girl in Nanka.

In another case, Chukwudi Ugwu Jeremiah was arraigned over the alleged defilement of an 11-year-old girl along Slaughter Lane in Awka.

The court also heard the case involving Ndubuisi Ikechebelu, Udogu Kennedy, Nnamah Christopher, and Chinecherem Emmanuel, who are facing allegations of raping a 19-year-old woman on different occasions, allegedly resulting in her pregnancy.

Also arraigned were Charity Anakwe and Chidiere Anakwe, who are accused of assaulting their 12-year-old house help.

Similarly, Chukwudi Joseph appeared before the court over the alleged assault of a 12-year-old girl in Ozubulu, while Chibuike Agu was arraigned for the alleged defilement of a 13-year-old girl in Fegge.

Following their arraignment, the Gender Magistrate Court ordered that all 12 suspects be remanded at the Awka Correctional Centre pending the hearing of their respective cases.

Reaffirming the Command’s resolve to combat crimes against vulnerable persons, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said the Command remains unwavering in its commitment to ensuring justice for victims.

“The Anambra State Police Command maintains zero tolerance for sexual and gender-based violence, child abuse and every form of violence against vulnerable persons. We will continue to investigate such cases diligently and ensure that offenders are brought to justice in accordance with the law,” Ikenga stated.

The Police also appealed to members of the public to continue reporting cases of abuse promptly, assuring residents that every complaint involving women and children will receive the attention it deserves.

It is important to note that these allegations remain before the court, and all suspects are presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction.