A woman has been arrested for allegedly assaulting her stepdaughter in Ilorin, Kwara State. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday morning, has sparked widespread outrage and calls for justice.
According to eyewitnesses, the stepmother, identified as Alhaja, allegedly beat her 16-year-old stepdaughter, Mistura, with a cane, leaving her with severe bruises and injuries.
The altercation reportedly took place at their family home in the Okelele area of Ilorin.
Neighbors who witnessed the incident intervened and alerted the local authorities. The police promptly arrived at the scene and arrested Alhaja.
Mistura was immediately taken to a nearby hospital where she is currently receiving treatment for her injuries. Medical reports indicate that she sustained multiple lacerations and bruises but is in stable condition.
The incident has drawn widespread condemnation from various quarters. Human rights organizations and child advocacy groups in Kwara State have expressed their dismay and have called for stringent action against the perpetrator.
Community leaders have also voiced their concerns, urging families to resolve disputes without resorting to violence.
As the investigation continues, Mistura is being cared for by relatives, and efforts are being made to provide her with the necessary psychological support to help her recover from the traumatic experience.
