A disturbing incident involving a child in Abia State has renewed public concern over the safety of children across Nigeria. Charles Ogbu has now called on the Federal Government to declare a state of emergency on child abuse and violence against children. His appeal followed reactions to a video linked to the incident.
ABIA STATE — Charles Ogbu has urged the Nigerian government to take urgent action against child abuse following a disturbing incident reported in Abia State. In a video shared online, Ogbu said the growing number of cases involving violence against children requires immediate national attention. He made the appeal while reacting to reports surrounding the incident, according to statements made in the video.
Ogbu argued that child abuse has become a serious social challenge that demands stronger government intervention. He called on relevant authorities, including law enforcement agencies and child protection institutions, to improve enforcement of existing laws and ensure that anyone found responsible for abusing children faces justice. He also urged parents, schools and community leaders to remain vigilant and report suspected cases promptly.
Speaking in the video, Ogbu said Nigeria must treat child abuse as a national emergency rather than isolated incidents. He stressed that children deserve protection regardless of their background or location. He also encouraged citizens to speak out whenever they witness abuse and support efforts aimed at safeguarding vulnerable children.
Reports of child abuse have continued to raise concern across different parts of Nigeria in recent years. Government agencies and child rights advocates have repeatedly called for stricter enforcement of the Child Rights Act and greater public awareness on protecting minors. Several states have introduced measures to strengthen child protection, although implementation varies across the country.
The development means renewed attention could focus on child protection policies and the enforcement of existing laws across Nigeria. Authorities may face increasing calls from citizens and advocacy groups to strengthen preventive measures, improve investigations and ensure that victims receive adequate support. As of the time of filing this report, government officials had not publicly responded to Ogbu’s appeal.
