Edo Police Arrest Man for Alleged Sodomy of Minor
On August 13, 2026, Orji Okoro was arrested by the Edo State Police following allegations of sodomy involving a 12-year-old male apprentice. The arrest was confirmed by the state Commissioner of Police, Patrick Daaor, who stated that the police acted on a report of an unnatural offense.
The victim reported the incident to his master, who subsequently informed the police. During an interview, Okoro attributed his actions to alcohol, claiming he was drunk at the time of the incident and described himself as a family man, stating that "the devil" influenced his behavior.
Commissioner Daaor assured that the investigation is ongoing and that Okoro would be charged in court once the investigation is completed.
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