The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Kwara State Command, has arrested a 43-year-old non-teaching staff member of a public primary school in Ilorin over the alleged repeated sexual abuse of a 14-year-old pupil, who is reportedly pregnant.

The suspect, identified as Amuda Kamaldeen Olubukola, was apprehended following a complaint lodged with the Gender Unit of the Command, prompting an immediate investigation into the allegations.

According to findings from the preliminary investigation, the suspect allegedly engaged in unlawful sexual intercourse with the victim, a Primary Four pupil, on several occasions inside his office within the school premises.

The girl reportedly told investigators that the suspect repeatedly assured her he would marry her before allegedly abusing her. She further alleged that he covered her mouth during the incidents to stop her from screaming or attracting attention.

The alleged abuse came to light after the victim’s mother discovered that her daughter was pregnant and subsequently reported the matter to the NSCDC.

During interrogation, the suspect reportedly admitted to the offence but attempted to justify his actions by claiming they were “the work of the devil.”

Reacting to the incident, the Kwara State Commandant of the NSCDC, Abbas Nda Mohammed, condemned the alleged act, describing it as a serious violation of the child’s rights and dignity.

“Schools are meant to nurture, protect and inspire children, not expose them to abuse. Any individual who preys on the innocence of a child, particularly within the school environment, has committed a grave offence against society and will be made to face the full weight of the law,” the Commandant said.

Mohammed assured the public that the Command would ensure justice is served, adding that the investigation is nearing completion.

He disclosed that the suspect would be arraigned in court as soon as all necessary legal processes are concluded.