Woman paraded in Enugu community for allegedly force-feeding human faeces to child in her care

Residents of Ugwuoba community in Enugu State have reportedly paraded a woman accused of forcing a child under her care to eat human faeces, an incident that has sparked outrage both within the community and across social media.

A viral video circulating online shows the woman being escorted through the community as a crowd, largely made up of women, openly condemned her alleged actions. The residents described the incident as cruel and an abomination, expressing anger over the alleged abuse of the child.

According to one of the women seen in the video, the victim is the suspect’s niece, who was reportedly living under her care at the time of the alleged incident.

The disturbing allegation has triggered widespread reactions on social media, with many Nigerians calling for a thorough investigation and urging authorities to ensure that anyone found responsible is held accountable under the law.

The incident has also reignited discussions on the need for stronger enforcement of child protection laws and increased awareness of child abuse, particularly involving children living with relatives or guardians.

As of the time of filing this report, the Enugu State Police Command had not issued an official statement regarding the incident, and the full circumstances surrounding the allegation remain unclear. Authorities are expected to investigate the matter to establish the facts and determine the appropriate legal action.