How NSCDC arrested 40-year-old man in Kwara for allegeded sexual abuse of his biological daughter

The Command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) ,Kwara State, North Central Nigeria,
has arrested a 40-year-old man, AbdulRauf Ambali, for alleged incest, sexual abuse of his 14-year-old biological daughter, and alleged procurement of abortion.

This is contained in a statement signed by ASC 1 AYOOLA MICHAEL SHOLA
CDPRO, KWARA STATE COMMAND and a copy made available to The Reporters in Ilorin on Wednesday.

He said the suspect was arrested in Alapa, Asa Local Government Area of Kwara State, following credible information from members of the public, before the case was formally reported at the Alapa Divisional Office on June 16, 2026 and later transferred to the Gender Unit for detailed investigation.

According to the NSCDC, the case took a surprising twist as the suspect himself initially reported that his teenage daughter had been missing for about three weeks.

“Upon receipt of the report, our operatives immediately swung into action and commenced investigation,” the PRO said.

However, during investigation, officers traced the girl and interviewed her, after which she reportedly disclosed that she ran away from home due to prolonged sexual abuse allegedly perpetrated by her father, according to him.

The Corps explained that the victim said she had lived with her grandmother from childhood until December 2025, when she was taken to live with her father under the guise of being properly cared for. She alleged that shortly after moving in with him, he began subjecting her to repeated sexual assault.

The girl further alleged that she was often threatened, beaten, and warned not to resist or disclose the abuse to anyone.

“She stated that she had no choice but to leave home after she could no longer endure the situation,” SHOLA added.

The Command’s image maker said investigation showed that the victim allgged became pregnant in May 2026 as a result of the abuse.

She reportedly said the suspect took her to a private facility where the pregnancy was confirmed, and arrangements were later made to terminate it.

The victim said that she was advised not to speak to anyone and to consider family planning methods afterwards.

In the course of interrogation, the suspect was said to have admitted to having unlawful sexual relations with the minor.

The Corps condemned the alleged act, describing it as “a deeply disturbing betrayal of parental responsibility and a gross violation of the rights and dignity of a child.”

The reiterate its commitment to protecting vulnerable persons in society, stressing that the NSCDC would continue to intensify efforts against gender-based violence and child abuse across the state.

“We will not relent in the fight against all forms of abuse, exploitation, and violence against women and children,” SHOLA promised, adding that the Corps will ensure diligent investigation and prosecution of offenders.

He urged residents to continue reporting cases of abuse and criminal activity, assuring that all information would be treated with confidentiality and professionalism.