Taraba: Woman Arrested for Mutilating Grandchild’s Lips with Hot Knife

The wife of Chinecherim Julius’ grandfather has been arrested for brutally cutting off the child’s two lips with a hot knife. The heinous act has been widely condemned, and the swift action taken by the Executive Chairman of Wukari Local Government Council, Honourable Dauda Agbu Samaila, has been commended.

Chairman Samaila, who is also the ALGON Vice-chairman of Taraba State, ordered the arrest of the perpetrator and ensured that Chinecherim Julius received immediate medical attention. His prompt intervention demonstrates a strong commitment to justice and the protection of vulnerable members of society.

The incident highlights the need for increased vigilance and collective responsibility in preventing violence against children. The safety and well-being of children must be a top priority, and acts of brutality like this cannot be tolerated.

The Executive Chairman’s media team has praised the efforts of the Nigeria Police Force and citizens who brought attention to the case, saying “God bless the executive chairman of Wukari, God bless the Nigeria police force, and God bless all the citizens that took this case up. Thank you all.”