Posted by Amarachi on Wed 22nd Nov, 2023 - tori.ng
The board, in a statement posted on its official Facebook page, said the suspect was arrested on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, following a complaint by the victims' families.
A 16-year-old boy Habibu Umar, has been arrested by the Kebbi State Hisbah Board for having unlawful carnal knowledge of two girls, aged 5 and 6 in Badariya area of Birni Kebbi.
The board, in a statement posted on its official Facebook page, said the suspect was arrested on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, following a complaint by the victims' families.
The victims were rushed to a hospital for immediate medical attention.
According to the state, medical reports show evidence of penetration on the girl's private parts.
During interrogation, Habibu confessed to the crime.
The suspect has been handed over to the police for further interrogation and investigation.
He will be charged to court after investigation.