
In a disturbing and tragic turn of events, a 15-year-old Nigerian girl has been accused of selling her 7-year-old brother to a man in the Agbarho Community, located in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State. The incident, which shocked the local community, came to light on Friday morning when residents confronted the teenager and forced her into a confession after physically restraining her.
According to reports, the suspect, a twin, allegedly told the community that she had sold her brother to an Hausa man in Agbarho, sharing her account details with the buyer. She claimed the man promised to send money to her account before starting the search for the child.
The girl's father is from Orhoakpor Community. As news of the crime spread, an enraged mob nearly set the teenager ablaze. However, intervention by Anthony Oboroh, the former Chairman of Ethiope-East Local Government Area, averted further violence. He called for the police to arrest those involved in the illegal transaction, including the alleged child buyers.
Oboroh also pleaded with the mob to spare the girl, urging them to consider the devastating impact on her parents, who might lose both children if the situation escalated.
At the time of reporting, the 7-year-old boy remained missing, and his whereabouts are unknown. The parents of the children declined to speak to reporters.
The Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, has yet to confirm the details of the incident, leaving the investigation ongoing.
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