Jigawa State Government Pledges Full Support to Assaulted 10-Year-Old Khadija Muhammed
The Jigawa State Government has committed to offering full support to 10-year-old Khadija Muhammed, who was assaulted five months ago in Galamawa community, Dutse. This was announced by the state’s Commissioner for Information, Youth, Sports, and Culture, Mr. Sagir Musa, in an interview on Wednesday in Dutse.
Mr. Musa shared that Governor Umar Namadi was deeply shaken and concerned upon hearing about Khadija’s tragic condition. “Governor Umar Namadi was dumbfounded and worried when he received the information on the girl’s condition,” he remarked.
In response to this grave situation, Governor Namadi immediately ordered actions to support Khadija and her family during this difficult period. “His Excellency the Governor has ordered that proactive measures must be taken to support little Khadija and her family during this trying period,” Musa added.
The commissioner confirmed that the perpetrator of the assault had been arrested and is currently in custody. “The state’s Attorney General has confirmed that the perpetrator has been arrested and is presently on remand in prison,” Musa stated.
In addition to legal actions, the Governor directed that Khadija receive the best possible medical care and rehabilitation. “The governor has ordered that the best medical care and rehabilitation be arranged for her as soon as possible,” Musa emphasized.
Governor Namadi has also mandated that Khadija be re-enrolled in school as soon as she recovers, ensuring she will receive free education. “The governor has ordered for the re-enrollment of Khadija back to school as soon as she recovers,” Musa said.
Furthermore, to aid in Khadija’s psychological recovery, the Ministry of Women Affairs has been tasked with arranging alternative accommodation for Khadija’s family. “The Ministry of Women Affairs will arrange for a different accommodation for her family to help improve her psychological recovery,” he explained.
Musa reiterated the administration’s commitment to ending gender-based violence in Jigawa and ensuring victims of sexual assault are supported. He also urged victims of rape and their families to report cases to the proper authorities for immediate action, rather than resorting to social media.
“We urge perpetrators to desist from such acts as the administration has implemented strict measures against gender violence,” he concluded.
Currently, Khadija is receiving medical care and rehabilitation in a Kano hospital following the assault that occurred in July.
