By Garba Tom
The Police in Adamawa State have arrested and arraigned a woman identified as Maryam Muhammad for brutalizing her seven-year-old house help.
Confirming her arrest, the Police Public Relations Officer, Adamawa State Command, SP Suleiman Yahya Nguroje said the suspect was arraigned in Upper Area Court number one, Yola.
It was gathered that the victim, Angela David was brutalized by the suspect for failure to carry out domestic work on time.
According to the results of the scanning carried out on the 7year old, the severity of the injuries sustained led her to suffer an enlargement of her right kidney.
Further examination also revealed that she has hepatitis ‘B’ disease, which is an inflammation of the liver.
When contacted, Eden Dimas, who is the guardian of the victim, said they were only concerned with the health of the child.
He advised people to scrutinize people before giving out their children to them as a house help.
It was also gathered that the minor who was first admitted at Bakari Bole Clinic, Shagari low-cost, Yola town, Adamawa State is now taking medication at ward five Specialist Hospital, Yola.
According to one of the physicians in the hospital, the girl who was placed on antibiotics will take up to six months before fully recuperating.
The suspect is said to be on bail as confirmed by police.
Meanwhile, some Civil Society Organizations are following up on the case to ensure the little girl gets justice.
