The incident, Daily Lamp learned, happened in Okpoma, on October 18. The suspect has been arrested.
By Frank Ulom
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Published on October 25, 2026
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2 min read
A 35-year-old man identified as Bright Okputu has allegedly raped an 11-year-old girl in Yala Local Government Area of Cross River State.
The incident, Daily Lamp learned, happened in Okpoma, on October 18. The suspect has been arrested.
In a press statement on behalf of the Cross River State Commission of Police, CP Ajo Geoffrey Ordue, on Sunday, the Command’s spokesman, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, “The incident was reported at Okpoma Divisional Police Headquarters on 24 October 2026 by the victim’s father, who alleged that the incident occurred on 18 October 2026.”
According to the complaint, the suspect allegedly lured the child and sexually assaulted her before leaving her at a location within the community, the statement added.
According to the statement, “The child was referred to a general hospital for medical examination, while the suspect was arrested and detained in police custody. The Command has directed that the investigation be concluded promptly and the case file transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for further investigation, in accordance with established procedures.”
The statement reiterated the Commissioner and Command’s commitment to protecting children and other vulnerable persons.
The Command urges members of the public to report suspected sexual offences promptly and assures that such allegations will be handled professionally, with due regard for the victim’s welfare, confidentiality, and the requirements of the law.
The Command emphasises that the suspect remains presumed innocent unless proven guilty by a court of competent jurisdiction.
Members of the public are urged to refrain from circulating information, images, or other details that could identify the child or expose her to further harm, as the investigation continues.”
