Woman arrested over abuse of 10-year-old house help in Anambra

Anambra Commissioner for Women and Social Welfare, Esther Chinyere Onyekesi, has announced the arrest of a woman identified as Adaobi over the alleged brutal beating of her 10-year-old house help in Ogidi, Idemili North Local Government Area of the state.

The incident attracted public attention after a video showing the alleged abuse of the child circulated on social media, prompting calls for intervention.

Onyekesi announced the arrest in a Facebook post, where she condemned the incident and warned that anyone found abusing children would face prosecution, regardless of their status.

"Once we catch you, we will prosecute no matter who you are. Be warned," the commissioner stated.

The incident reportedly came to light after residents and passersby intervened when they heard the girl crying for help. The child was subsequently rescued and taken for medical attention.

According to reports, the victim, identified as Chizoba Ifeanyi, sustained injuries during the alleged assault, while the woman was later arrested by the police.

Onyekesi commended Ezeigwe Daniel Arinzechukwu, Iyke Orij, Uju Omile, the Idemili North Women Development Officer and others who alerted the authorities to the incident.

She reiterated the need to protect children from abuse, stressing that they should be treated with love and care.

The commissioner also urged members of the public to speak up and report cases of child abuse to the appropriate authorities.