A nine-year-old girl who was allegedly molested by Baba Michael has been saved by the Lagos State Ministry of Youth and Social Development (MYSD) in cooperation with the Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency (DSVA).
The Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development, Mr. Mobolaji Ogunlende, disclosed this in a statement on his official X handle, @Mo_ogunlende, on Saturday.
He said that the alleged assault took place at the suspect’s residence, 4 Azeez Ademola Street, off Anishere, Ayobo.
“This is in response to a viral video posted by Comedienne Princess, which raised alarm to notify the public of the ugly incident.
“The survivor has been placed in protective custody, and she is receiving necessary medical care and psychological support through counseling,” he said.
According to him, the alleged perpetrator has been apprehended and is currently in custody, with DSVA handling the legal proceedings to ensure justice is served.
Ogunlende said that the swift intervention by MYSD and DSVA underscored the Lagos State Government’s unwavering commitment to protecting the rights and well-being of all residents, particularly vulnerable persons.
The commissioner urged residents to continue to report matters of concern to the ministry: “See Something, Say Something, Sort It Out.”
He reaffirmed the government’s zero tolerance for all forms of sexual and gender-based violence.
