Ita Okon, a 47-year-old man, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for defiling an 8-year-old minor. He was found guilty at the Family Court 2 in Calabar and ordered to pay one million Naira in compensation.
Honorable Justice Blessing Egwu emphasized that this sentence should serve as a deterrent to others who may commit similar crimes, highlighting the importance of protecting children from harm. She stressed that parents and guardians must take all necessary measures to safeguard their children from individuals with malicious intentions.
Principal Counsel of Basic Rights Counsel Initiative (BRCI), Barr. James Ibor, welcomed the judgment as a significant victory in the fight against violence, particularly against women and children.
Does this sentence adequately reflect the severity of the crime and serve as a sufficient deterrent to potential offenders?
