Security man, 53, remanded in prison for allegedly raping 2-yr-old girl

AN Upper Area Court in Mararaba, Nasarawa State, on Tuesday remanded a 53-year old security man, Daniel Kura, of Aunty Alice, Mararaba, in prison for allegedly raping a two-year old girl.

The police prosecutor, Mr Stephen Kwaza, told the court that the matter was reported by the victim’s father at Sani Abacha Police Station on April 1.

Kwaza said the accused deceived the minor and forcefully had carnal knowledge of her on Monday.

He said the offence contravened the provisions of  the Penal Code.

The prosecutor objected to the court granting bail to the accused because the matter was still being investigated.

He said the allegation against the accused was not a bailable offence and that the victim was undergoing treatment.

Kwaza urged the court to use its power under Section 183 of the Criminal Procedure Code to remand the accused to enable the police to conclude their investigations.

However, the accused pleaded not guilty to the charge.

The Judge, Mr Vincent Gwahemba, granted the prayers and ordered the accused to be remanded in prison.

He adjourned the case to April 29 for further mention.
Tribune