Police arraign 12 suspects over alleged rape, defilement, child abuse in Anambra

The Anambra State Police Command has has arraigned 12 suspects for various offences ranging from alleged rape, defilement, child abuse and others.

A statement by the spokesperson, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, disclosed that the arraignment is in line with the commitment of the command to protect women and children.

The suspects were arraigned before the Gender Magistrate Court sitting in Awka on Wednesday, 8th July 2026.

The statement said, “Among those arraigned are Chima Onyeanuna, Emeka Muo and Okafor Chibundu, over the alleged abduction and defilement of a 14-year old girl in Nanka.

“Also arraigned before the Court were Ndubuisi Ikechebelu, Udogu Kennedy, Nnamah Christopher, and Chinecherem Emmanuel, who are facing allegations of raping a 19-year old girl on different occasions, resulting in her pregnancy.

“In a separate case, the command also arraigned Chukwudi Ugwu Jeremiah for the alleged defilement of an 11-year old girl, along Slaughter Lane, Awka.

“Similarly, Charity Anakwe and Chidiere Anakwe were arraigned over the alleged assault of their 12-year old house help. The Court also heard the case against Chukwudi Joseph, who was arraigned for allegedly assaulting a 12-year old girl in Ozubulu, while Chibuike Agu was arraigned for the alleged defilement of a 13-year old girl in Fegge.”

DAILY POST reports that following their arraignment, the court ordered that all the suspects be remanded at the Awka Correctional Centre pending the hearing of their respective cases.

The command reaffirmed its commitment to protecting women and children from all forms of abuse and ensuring justice for victims.

*To this end, the command reiterates its zero tolerance for sexual and gender-based violence, child abuse, and all forms of violence against vulnerable persons.  

“The command also assures the public that the police will continue to diligently investigate such cases and ensure that offenders are brought to justice in accordance with the law,” the statement added.