By Akinwale Kasali
The news came as a rude shock to fans of 48-year old man, Olarenwaju James, popularly known as Baba Ijesha. He is under arrest for, allegedly, raping a minor – 14-year old girl.
Baba Ijesha was arrested and detained by Men of the Lagos State Police Command over the allegation.
Confirming his arrest, the Lagos Police spokesman, CSP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, said the case of defilement was reported on 19th April, 2021, by a lady, Princess Adekola Adekanya, at Sabo Police Station and transferred to the Gender Unit of the State CID, Panti, Yaba Lagos for proper investigation.
Based on preliminary findings, it was alleged that the suspect (Baba Ijesha) started sexually assaulting the victim, who is now 14 years, since she was 7 years old.
The suspect was said to have confessed to the crime and was also captured by a CCTV camera in the house of the complainant.
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, CP Hakeem Odumosu, has ordered for proper investigation as he promised to do justice to the matter.
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