Nigerian man impregnates daughter – Blames alcohol

DDM News

A Nigerian man has sparked outrage after claiming he unknowingly impregnated his 11-year-old daughter, blaming alcohol for his actions.

The shocking revelation came to light after the young girl was discovered to be pregnant.

When questioned, the father reportedly defended himself, saying, “I thought I was making love to my wife, I was drunk.”

According to Diaspora digital media (DDM) reporters, his statement has left many questioning how intoxication could make him fail to recognize the difference between his wife and his own child.

The incident has drawn widespread condemnation and renewed calls for stricter child protection measures.

Authorities have launched an investigation, and legal action is expected.

Child Sex Protection Laws in Nigeria

Nigeria has established several legal frameworks to protect children from sexual abuse, exploitation, and related crimes.

These laws aim to ensure the safety and rights of minors while imposing strict penalties on offenders.

1. The Child Rights Act (2003)

The Child Rights Act (CRA) is the most comprehensive child protection law in Nigeria.

It defines a child as anyone under 18 and criminalizes all forms of sexual abuse against minors.

Section 31: Any person who engages in sexual relations with a child is guilty of an offense and liable to life imprisonment.

Section 32: Prohibits exposing children to obscene materials, trafficking, and forced prostitution.

Section 33: Criminalizes child marriage and any act leading to the exploitation of minors.

Although passed at the federal level, not all Nigerian states have fully implemented the CRA, particularly in northern regions where local laws sometimes conflict with it.

2. The Criminal Code and Penal Code

The Criminal Code, used in southern Nigeria, and the Penal Code, used in northern states, also prohibit sexual offenses against minors.

Section 218 of the Criminal Code: Defines unlawful carnal knowledge of a girl under 13 as a felony, punishable by life imprisonment.

Sections 275–278 of the Penal Code: Criminalize sexual offenses against children, with penalties ranging from imprisonment to death, depending on the severity.

3. Enforcement Challenges

Despite strong laws, enforcement remains weak due to stigma, underreporting, and corruption. Advocacy groups continue pushing for stricter implementation, better awareness, and stronger child protection mechanisms.

Ensuring full enforcement of these laws is crucial to safeguarding Nigerian children from sexual exploitation and abuse.

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