Police operatives have apprehended a 55-year-old man, Ademola Joshua, over an alleged grievous case of incest and sexual abuse in the Ilara-Mokin area of Ondo State.
The Ondo State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Abayomi Jimoh, who announced this in a statement on Monday, January 5, 2026, said the man allegedly impregnated a 15-year-old girl in the state.
Jimoh explained that the incident was reported to the command on January 4 by one Adewale that the 55-year-old man had been engaging in unlawful sexual activities with his sister’s daughter.
According to Jimoh, the complainant said the act was uncovered following inquiries into the cause of the victim’s pregnancy.
The police spokesman said: “Upon receipt of this disturbing report, the case was immediately referred to the Gender-Based Violence (GBV) unit of the command for discreet and thorough investigation.
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“The suspect is currently in custody and will be charged to court upon the conclusion of investigations.
“Meanwhile, the command reiterates its unwavering commitment to protecting the rights and dignity of women and children.
“It is also to ensure that perpetrators of sexual and gender-based violence are made to face the full weight of the law without compromise.”
He urged all residents to remain vigilant and continue to provide credible and actionable information to the police for swift intervention.
“Together, we can build a safer society for our children and generations unborn,” Jimoh added.
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