The Anambra State Police Command has arrested 32-year-old Mrs. Ogechi Ofoma for allegedly inflicting severe physical abuse, including burns from a hot knife, on her seven-year-old daughter, Oluebube Ofoma, in the Awada-Obosi area of Idemili North Local Government Area.
The rescue followed a swift intervention by concerned residents and security personnel from the Ibollo Community in Awada-Obosi, who intercepted the situation on the evening of September 13, 2026, and handed the suspect over to the police.
Key Highlights of the Incident:
* The Victim: Oluebube Ofoma, 7, rescued with severe bodily injuries.
* The Suspect: Mrs. Ogechi Ofoma, 32 (mother of the victim), currently in police custody.
* Location: Ibollo Community, Awada-Obosi, Idemili North LGA, Anambra State.
* Allegations: Severe child abuse, including bodily injuries allegedly inflicted with a hot knife.
In a statement released on September 14, 2026, the Police Public Relations Officer for the command, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, revealed that the Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, strongly condemned the act and promised a thorough, uncompromising investigation.
CP Nnanna has partnered with the Anambra State Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare to ensure the young victim receives immediate medical treatment, protective care, and welfare support.
The command lauded the vigilance of the Ibollo Community security team and local residents, whose rapid response prevented further harm to the child and enabled the suspect’s immediate arrest. Police authorities reaffirmed that the safety and best interests of the victim remain the top priority as legal proceedings move forward.
