Gombe gov’t intervenes in forced marriage of 14-year-old girl

The Gombe State Government has intervened in a reported case of child molestation and marriage.

According to reports, a 14-year-old girl was married off to a man as his third wife by her grandfather and parents.

Confirming the rescue on Friday, May 23, the Gombe Women Affairs and Social Development Commissioner, Asma’u Iganus noted that the husband had filed a legal complaint against the girl for fleeing his house.

She said this while supporting the victim by giving her some relief items, including bags of rice, maize, packs of sugar, macaroni, insecticide-treated nets, wrappers and stoves, among others at the ministry.

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She said, “The Gombe state government is standing firm against all forms of child rights violations, including forced and underage marriages, rape, and all Gender-Based Violence,”

“We have mobilised a legal team to ensure that this child is protected and allowed to study because that is what she wants.”

“The man used to invite some people into the room to help him tie her up on the bed and rape her without her consent,”

“You can see the scars on both her wrists. We will not allow that to continue. We are going to Taraba to defend her and ensure that the girl is protected by challenging any proceedings that violate her rights.”

“The Gombe State Governor and the First Lady are not taking violence against women and girls for granted.

“Their actions demonstrate this administration’s dedication to combating child rights violations and promoting the well-being of citizens.”

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