Man Arrested for Raping 5-Year-Old Girl in Bayelsa

By Micheal Chukwuebuka

A 29-year old man identified as Ebikeme Seiye from Akede community in Sagbama Local Government Area of Bayelsa State, has been arrested for raping a 5-year-old named, Oyeintari Idonwanbofa.

The suspect was apprehended by the Bayelsa State Community Safety Corp Amassoma Cluster on Wednesday, 30th of September 2026 after the victim’s elder cousine, Mr Tobokeakpo Selekeme reported the matter.

During interrogation, the suspect confessed that he raped the minor, claiming he was under the influence of hard drugs (Kolos).

The Bayelsa State Community Safety Corp Amassoma Cluster later handed the suspect over to the Amassoma Police Divisional Headquarters for further investigation and possible prosecution.

The victim is currently receiving medical treatment in a hospital.