- Safiu Kehinde
The Nigerian Police Force has confirmed the arrest of woman identified as Ihsanatu Shaaibu caught in a viral video physically assaulting and injuring her 5-year-old step-daughter.
This was disclosed in a statement issued on the Force official X handle on Thursday by its spokesperson, Olumuyiwa Adejobi.
Attached to the statement were pictures of the 5-year-old Fa’iza Bala with deep wound on her head.
The Force assured that the woman will be prosecuted as soon as the investigation is concluded.
“In relation to the viral video where a woman identified as Ihsanatu Shaaibu physically abused and caused grievous injuries to her stepdaughter Fa’iza Bala, a 5 year old.
“The Suspects have been arrested today, Thursday 9th Jan 2025, and will be prosecuted as soon as investigations are concluded.
“We will keep you abreast of the proceedings. Thank you” the statement read