Enugu Police Arrest Man for Marrying 13-Year-Old, Others Detained in Underage Marriage Case

The Enugu State Police Command has taken swift action following the shocking revelation that a 30-year-old man recently married a 13-year-old girl in Enugu Ezike, Enugu State. The suspect, whose identity has not yet been publicly disclosed, was arrested after the police launched an investigation into the underage marriage.

In addition to the primary suspect, the police also apprehended several individuals believed to have facilitated and organized the illegal union. These arrests highlight the authorities’ commitment to enforcing child protection laws and curbing practices that endanger minors.