Teacher held for’ impregnating’ pupil

The police in Plateau State have arrested a teacher, Chukwudi Boniface for allegedly putting a 12-year-old pupil in the family way.

Boniface, who works at the Bright Kids Academy, Barkin Ladi Local Government Area, was alleged to have raped the primary three pupil several times.
The victim, who is four months gone, told her parents that her teacher was responsible for the pregnancy.

Police spokesman Felicia Anselm said Boniface would be charged to court.
The victim said: “Mr. Boniface tricked me into his room and he forced me. He warned me not to tell anyone, saying he will kill me if I did.”

A group, Young Women Christian Foundation, has called on the government to prosecute sex offenders and protect children’s rights.
The group said it will sponsor a private bill at the house of assembly to deal with rape cases.