16-Year-Old Girl Alleges Beating by Kwara Police as “Substitute” for Brother

A 16-year-old girl from Arandun, Kwara State, says she spent three days in police custody after officers failed to arrest her older brother. She claims they beat her and demanded information on his whereabouts. One officer, who she says had previously made romantic advances, allegedly taunted her by saying she had “fallen into his trap” once she was detained. A community leader adds that local hospital staff refused to examine her for injuries without a letter from the police. The Kwara State Police Command denies any misconduct. The force’s spokesperson insists she was held only for hiding a suspect and confirms she has since been released.

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