By Arisekola Akanni
A 65-year-old man, Ibrahim Raheem, has been arrested by the Oyo State Police Command for allegedly defiling a six-year-old girl in Ibadan.
The victim was reportedly coerced and indecently assaulted multiple times in December 2025 while hawking at Onikeke, Ayegun area, Ibadan.
Though Raheem reportedly confessed to indecently abusing the child, he denied engaging in carnal knowledge.
The victim has received comprehensive medical examination and socio-psychological care to address the trauma.
The Commissioner of Police, Oyo State Command, Femi Haruna, has directed that the case be transferred to the command’s specialised Gender Desk for discreet and professional investigation.