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Gov Zulum orders immediate prosecution of man in viral video molesting minor

Gov Zulum orders prosecution of man molesting minor in viral video

*Meets victim who’s father killed by B/Haram, offers him house, scholarship

By Achadu Gabriel, kaduna 

Borno State Governor, Babagana Umara Zulum, has ordered the immediate prosecution of Bukar Modu, a man shown in a disturbing viral video allegedly molesting a minor (Bashir Gaji).

Following the Governor’s directive, Bukar Modu was arrested by the security operatives on Saturday night at Umarari in Maiduguri.

Zulum gave the prosecution order on Sunday when he received little Bashir Gaji, who’s father was killed by Boko Haram, at Government House, Maiduguri, according to statement by his media aide, Abdurraman Bundi.

The video which sparked outrage across social media platforms, highlights a grave violation of children’s rights and the urgent need for a robust response from law enforcement and judicial authorities. 

Governor Zulum has emphasized that his administration will not tolerate any form of abuse or exploitation of minors and directed swift action to bring the perpetrator to justice.

“This heinous act is an affront on our values and a betrayal of our duty to protect our children, students and minors who are under our guardianship,” Governor Zulum said. 

“We cannot tolerate such actions perpetually repeating itself. I am directing the relevant authorities to move swiftly and ensure that this individual faces the full extent of the law. Our children deserve a safe environment to grow and become meaningful members of society”, he said.

The Governor, however, directed the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development to devise modalities for increased community awareness programmes to educate families and local traditional teachers and guardians on the proper means of enforcing discipline on children.

Meanwhile, Governor Zulum met with the little Bashir Gaji on Sunday at the Government House. He announced that he would provide a fully furnished house for Bukar and his family and a scholarship to cover his education.

“Little Gaji’s family currently live in an IDP camp in Monguno after his father was assassinated by Boko Haram insurgents”, it stated.

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