The Edo State Police Command has arrested 57-year-old Kadiri Edenokun over the alleged repeated defilement of his six-year-old stepdaughter in Auchi, Edo North.
Police spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, disclosed this on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, identifying Edenokun as a resident of Jattu, Auchi.
She said the suspect allegedly admitted during interrogation that he committed the offence several times.
The child is receiving medical treatment under the care of the Edo State Ministry of Women Affairs, while investigations continue. Edenokun remains in custody and will be prosecuted after the investigation.
The case comes amid rising concern over child sexual abuse in Edo. The state government said in August that more than 70 defilement cases were recorded between January and July 2026, with fathers allegedly responsible for over half of the reported cases.
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Meanwhile, police recovered a Toyota Highlander stolen during the September 6, 2026 robbery at the residence of African Democratic Congress chairman in Edo State, Kennedy Odion, in Benin City.
The black vehicle, bearing registration LSR 729 HY, was traced to 3rd Cemetery Street, off New Lagos Road, New Benin, by the Violent Crime Response Unit following intelligence.
Two Highlanders and other valuables were reportedly stolen during the attack at Odion’s residence off Winners Road, Ihie Community.
Police said the search for the remaining stolen property and suspects was continuing.
Commissioner of Police, CP Patrick Daaor, warned that perpetrators of sexual violence, particularly against children, would face prosecution.
He urged residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities to the authorities.