By Clementina Agweda
The Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Edo State, Dr. Samson Osagie has reiterated the dedication of the Governor Monday Okpebholo-led administration to the pursuit of justice, with a strong focus on protecting the rights of victims and ensuring societal accountability.
Dr. Osagie made this known during a courtesy visit by the Edo State Commissioner for Women Affairs, Chief Bisi Idaomi, Esq., alongside her counterpart from Plateau State, Mrs. Caroline Dafu.
The visit was prompted by a distressing viral video that showed a 10-year-old girl from Plateau State being brutally assaulted with an iron by a woman in Edo
Responding to the incident, Dr. Osagie stated that the Edo State Government, through the Ministry of Justice, is collaborating closely with the police and the Ministry of Women Affairs to ensure that the perpetrator is brought to justice.
He stressed that the administration remains committed to upholding the rule of law and making examples of such cases to deter future offences.
Chief Bisi Idaomi confirmed that the assailant has been apprehended and arraigned in court.
She added that her ministry is actively pursuing further legal action to ensure the child receives justice.
In her remarks, Mrs. Caroline Dafu expressed gratitude to the Edo State Government for its swift response and lauded Dr. Osagie’s personal involvement in the case.
She also commended the state’s broader commitment to maintaining a secure and just environment for all.
