Police arrest security guard over s3xual assault of 8-year-old girl in Calabar

The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a 37-year-old security guard, Ndifreke Godwin, for allegedly s3xually assaulting an eight-year-old girl in Calabar, the state capital.

The spokesperson for the command, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, who disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, August 30, 2026 said the incident occurred along Tinapa Road in Calabar.

“The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a 37-year-old male security guard, identified as Ndifreke Godwin, in connection with the alleged s3xual assault of an eight-year-old girl along Tinapa Road, Calabar,” the statement read.

Eitokpah said preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect allegedly lured the minor to his residence with a promise of giving her money, where he allegedly s3xually assaulted her. 

“The incident was reported to the Police on 29 August 2026 by the victim’s mother, following which the suspect was promptly arrested. Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect allegedly lured the minor to his residence under the pretext of giving her money, where he allegedly s3xually assaulted her.” 

According to the PPRO, police operatives responded swiftly, arrested the suspect and transferred the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department for “discreet and comprehensive investigation.”

He further stated that the victim had been issued a medical form for necessary medical examination and treatment, stressing that a thorough investigation was ongoing.

The police spokesperson assured residents that due process would be followed, emphasising that appropriate legal action would be taken based on the findings of the investigation.

“The Command assures the public that the suspect will be accorded due process and that appropriate legal action will be taken based on the outcome of the investigation,” the statement read.

The police also urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity involving minors to security agencies.