The Airport Police Command has arrested a 17-year-old boy, Benjamin Daniel, in connection with the alleged sexual assault of a 14-year-old girl in the Sabo Masalashi area of Bassa, Abuja.
The incident reportedly occurred on August 15, 2026, and was brought to the attention of the police by the girl’s mother at the Abuja Airport Police Division.
According to the command, Daniel, who lives in Angua Mandala, allegedly lured the girl into his room while pretending to purchase some of the soya bean cake she was selling.
The police said the teenager allegedly assaulted the girl after taking her into the room.
In a statement issued on Friday, the command’s Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Mohammed Adeola, said officers acted promptly after receiving the report.
“Upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer, Abuja Airport Police Division, immediately contacted the victim’s parents, facilitated her prompt medical attention, and mobilised personnel to locate and arrest the suspect.”
Daniel was subsequently arrested and detained as investigations continued, the police said.
The command added that the suspect’s statement was taken in the presence of his mother, in accordance with procedures governing the handling of juvenile suspects.
The police said steps had also been taken to protect the girl’s welfare and wellbeing during the investigation.
The suspect is expected to be brought before a juvenile court with appropriate jurisdiction after the completion of the investigation.
The Commissioner of Police, Airport Police Command, CP Olufunke Ogunbode, condemned the alleged incident and reaffirmed the command’s opposition to sexual violence.
“Ogunbode strongly condemned the incident and reiterated the Command’s zero tolerance for rape, sexual assault and all forms of sexual violence.”
Ogunbode also directed the Divisional Police Officer to ensure the victim received necessary protection and that due process was followed to facilitate justice.
The command assured that the investigation would be conducted in accordance with applicable laws and procedures.
