Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Response Team (DSVRT) has released a statement on the sexual assault case against the veteran actor, Baba Ijesha by comedian Princess.

On Tuesday, April 27, Princess revealed a disturbing tale about how Baba Ijesha, molested her foster child seven years ago. She described how the actor returned to the house and attempted to molest the same child again. The cops were called right away, and he was arrested.

In the statement released by DSVRT, they said the “team is actively following up on the Baba Ijesha’s case, we are also in direct contact with the complainant with a view to providing the necessary support”.

We confirm that the duplicate case file has been forwarded to the Directorate of Public Prosecution (DPP) for legal advice. For avoidance of doubt, the following allegations are being considered:

1) Sexual Assault by Penetration- S 261 of the Criminal law of Lagos State, 2015 punishable by Life imprisonment

(2) Attempted Sexual Assault by Penetration-S262 of the Criminal law , punishable by 14 years imprisonment

(3) Sexual Assault- S263 of the Criminal Law, punishable by 3 years imprisonment

(4) Indecent treatment of a child- S135 of the Criminal Law punishable by 7 years imprisonment

We have absolute confidence in the criminal justice system, as well as social support structures in Lagos State in ensuring justice is served in this matter and most importantly, the survivor receives the relevant support on her journey towards healing.

We therefore use this medium to reiterate Lagos State Government’s position of zero tolerance to all forms of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence and our firm commitment in ensuring justice for survivors.

Signed
Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Response team