A Federal High Court sitting in Kano State, on Monday, sentence 33-year-old Nasiru Isa to seven years in the correctional centre for sexually exploiting an 11-year-old girl. The court find Isa guilty of the crime and hand down the sentence accordingly.
The case against Isa was strong, with evidence showing that he had indeed committed the act of defilement. The court’s decision reflects the seriousness with which such crimes are treated in Nigeria.
This sentencing is part of the ongoing efforts to protect minors from sexual abuse and to ensure that perpetrators face the full weight of the law. It serves as a deterrent to others who might consider committing similar crimes.
The community and advocacy groups have welcomed the court’s decision, seeing it as a step towards justice for the victim and her family.
