Harrison Gwamnishu, a Nigerian human right activist says, it will not be good to abandon 18-year-old Chisom, who is going through trauma because of domestic violence. He said, her case is unusual, and she is deeply traumatized. Despite everything she has been through, she still needs support, protection, and understanding.
Noting that Chisom, has endured a lot at such a young age. The physical and emotional scars she carries cannot be ignored. For him, this is not the time to turn our backs on her. She deserves care, justice, and the opportunity to heal and rebuild her life.
Adding that no matter how difficult the situation may be, abandoning her is not an option.
His words:
“Yesterday, while she pleaded with us not to arrest the man claiming to be her husband, I almost backed down. However, something in me said, “Harrison, involve your Lagos team.” I immediately contacted our Behind Bars Human Rights Foundation, Lagos chapter Head Nta Amarachi Judith, who arrived promptly. After briefing her on the next steps, I left the scene.
“The suspect was handed over to Isheri Osun Divisional Police Headquarters, his statement was obtained, he was detained, and officers also visited Chisom at the hospital.
“Preliminary findings indicate that Chisom was only 15 years- old when the relationship between her and the man reportedly began.
“Earlier today, I received a call from a relative of Chisom’s father, who narrated that Chisom was taken away after her mother died. She was just seven years -old when members of her late mother’s family took her and her three siblings away. Since then, they had not set eyes on Chisom and two of her siblings until yesterday, when they saw the viral video circulating on social media.
“According to them, Chisom’s father became depressed after losing his wife and having his children taken away from him. They also stated that he was never aware of any marriage involving Chisom and the man now claiming to be her husband.
“My Lagos State Director, Nta Amarachi Judith, is actively following up on this case, while we await the conclusion of the Police investigation.
“We owe it to Chisom to ensure that justice is served and that every aspect of this matter is thoroughly investigated”.
Recently a video went viral on the social media, which showed the bruised face of 18 year -old Chisom after she was rescued.
In the meantime, activist Harrison Gwamnishu, has revealed that the 18-year-old Chisom, the young lady who was rescued from her abus!ve husband is now in a hospital at Isolo, Lagos state, sunce Monday, June 22. She was married off without her father’s consent, he added.
