Ogun State Government Takes Wandering Girl Into Custody For Medical Evaluation

The Ogun State Government has officially taken Mistura Adebayo, a young girl found wandering on multiple occasions, into state custody to undergo medical investigations and secure appropriate care.

According to an official statement signed by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, Mrs Adebimpe Folusho Obienu, the state intervened after receiving reports from a citizen, Adetoun Adejobi.

The case was initially brought to the attention of the former Commissioner, Hon. Adijat Adeleye, who deployed social workers to a local police station.

Although the girl was briefly released to her grandmother, she was found wandering again the following day, prompting the ministry to step in permanently.

The ministry has commenced comprehensive health assessments to determine her needs and has assured the public of a sustainable care arrangement.

Additionally, the government has urged residents to report cases of child neglect and abuse using its toll-free lines:Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, 0800 0000 666; Sagamu Sexual Assault Referral Centre (SARC), 0800 0000 555; Ilaro SARC, 0800 0000 077; Ijebu-Ode SARC, 0800 0000 088; and Abeokuta SARC, 0800 0000 099.