The Ekiti State Police Command has arrested one Ojo Babatunde for allegedly raping and impregnating his 15-year-old step daughter.
The suspect stayed at No15, Edugbe Street, Obadore, Omuo- Ekiti, and he repeatedly raped the minor and threatened to harm her if she tells anyone.
“The victim, who is already 4 months pregnant, claimed that the suspect, Ojo Babatunde, who is also her step Father, had unlawful carnal knowledge of her severally before and after she became pregnant,” the statement read.
“She explained that the stepfather started raping her when the mother gave birth through Caesarean Section (CS) and had to spend about three(3) weeks in the hospital leaving her and the stepfather at home.
“According to her, the stepfather used to have unlawful carnal knowledge of her at home when her mother is away and often lures her into the farm and defile her after which he will threaten her never to tell anyone or face the consequence.
“During interrogation, the suspect confessed to the commission of the crime and claimed it was the handwork of the devil.
The suspect will be arraigned accordingly.” the statement added.