In a shocking turn of events, the Ogun State Police Command has taken swift action by confirming the arrest and prosecution of a woman who was captured on a viral video assaulting three children for playing football in her compound.
Touchaheart Nigeria reports that the incident has sparked outrage among netizens, and many are calling for justice to be served.
The Disturbing Video
The incident unfolded in Sango Ota, Ogun State, and came to light when a video was shared on social media platforms, including X (formerly known as Twitter).
In the video, the woman is seen aggressively whipping the boys while threatening to have them arrested.
She sternly asks them, “Do you want me to have you arrested, lay down and take your hand off?”
One of the boys, who had recently recovered from an ailment, pleads for her to stop.
The situation escalates as the woman proceeds to have the children sit in a puddle before eventually handcuffing all three of them.
The video footage quickly went viral, leading to widespread condemnation of her actions.
Public Outcry
Netizens were quick to express their outrage over the incident, with many demanding the woman’s arrest and justice for the children.
Certified Kim tweeted, “Just football??? I don’t believe this. ”
“How will she treat them like this just for playing football?”
“I am boiling now.”
Tubosunn also expressed their dismay on Twitter, stating, “This woman needs to go to jail for this?”
“And she must be barren to have treated children like that because she can never know the love of children. ”
“Just hope she is dealt with, plus where are the parents of these children? ”
“They need to press charges for this gross evil.”
Peter_ezuma1 weighed in, saying, “That woman is heartless and should not be considered a mother because if she has children, she won’t do that.”
“Children in the neighborhood love football, and it will definitely get into another compound.”
Tipsy Odds raised questions about the woman’s actions, asking, “Is the woman in question a police officer? Did she invite the police over?”
“I asked due to seeing these boys in cuffs after she had punished them.
“If the punishment was because they played football in her compound, the law would have to take its course.”
Police Action
The Ogun State Police Command swiftly responded to the public outcry and confirmed the arrest of the woman responsible for the assault.
The command’s Public Relations Officer, Omolola Odutola, stated that the case is now in court, indicating that legal proceedings are underway.
This incident has highlighted the importance of safeguarding the rights and well-being of children.
It serves as a reminder that no child should endure such mistreatment for engaging in innocent play.
As the case unfolds in court, many are hopeful that justice will prevail, and the rights of these children will be protected.
What You Should Know
The arrest and prosecution of the woman who whipped and cuffed the children in Ogun State sends a clear message that such actions will not be tolerated.
It is a testament to the power of public outcry and the commitment of law enforcement to uphold justice and protect the rights of children.
