SHOCKING: Lagos Man Arrested for Defiling His Own Daughters – Police React

 

In a deeply disturbing case that has sparked outrage and concern across Lagos State, the Lagos State Police Command has arrested a 39-year-old man identified as Best Orji for allegedly defiling his two biological daughters. This horrific incident has once again brought to light the urgent need to address domestic abuse and child protection issues in Nigeria.

According to information made available by the Lagos State Police Command, the case was first reported to the authorities by the children’s mother on April 30, 2025. The woman, whose name has been withheld for the protection of the victims, approached the police with a shocking allegation: that her own husband, the father of her children, had sexually abused their two daughters. The girls were said to be between the tender ages of 12 and 14 at the time the alleged abuse took place.

During a press briefing held at the Lagos State Police Command Headquarters in Ikeja, the Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the Lagos State Police Command, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the arrest and gave further insight into the case. He explained that the incident reportedly took place in the Surulere area of Lagos, a residential and commercial neighborhood that has now been shaken by this alarming development.

In Hundeyin’s words:

“Upon receiving the report, police swiftly apprehended the suspect. A medical examination was conducted on the victims at a Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC).”

This means that once the report was filed, the police wasted no time in taking action. The suspect, Best Orji, was promptly arrested and the two victims were taken to a specialized medical facility for examination. The Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC) is a trusted institution that provides support and medical care for survivors of sexual violence, and their findings are often crucial in investigations like this one.

Following the initial investigation and confirmation of certain facts, the Lagos State Police went ahead to charge Best Orji in court. He was officially arraigned on May 9, 2025, on charges related to the defilement of minors, a serious criminal offense under Nigerian law.

CSP Hundeyin elaborated further:

“Following the investigation, the suspect, Best Orji, was arraigned in court on May 9, 2025, to face charges of defilement, under Section 137 of the Criminal Laws of Lagos State, 2015.”

For context, Section 137 of the Lagos State Criminal Law strictly prohibits unlawful sexual intercourse with a child and provides for severe punishment for offenders. It is one of the laws designed to protect children and ensure justice for victims of sexual abuse.

In response to this distressing case, the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Olohundare Moshood Jimoh, has also weighed in, assuring Lagosians of the police command’s continued efforts to tackle crime and ensure justice. He reiterated the command’s resolve to bring perpetrators of such heinous acts to book and to prevent similar cases in the future.

The police spokesperson concluded the briefing with a firm promise:

“The Command, under the leadership of CP Olohundare Moshood Jimoh, has reiterated its unwavering commitment to reducing crime and criminality in the state.”

“Hundeyin assured residents and visitors that the command shall continue to optimise the management and deployment of human and operational resources across the state.”

This assurance from the police is especially important in times like these, where many Nigerians are calling for stronger protections for children and more proactive policing to prevent such abuses from occurring in the first place.

Final Thoughts from NaijaRush

This case is not only heartbreaking but also a painful reminder that child sexual abuse can happen even in places where children should feel safest — their own homes. As more details emerge, the public expects that justice will be served swiftly and decisively.

It is crucial that as a society, we continue to speak out against all forms of abuse, support survivors, and hold perpetrators accountable regardless of who they are. If you or someone you know is experiencing abuse, please report to the nearest police station or seek help from organizations that provide support to survivors of sexual and domestic violence.

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