The First Lady of Anambra State, Dr. (Mrs.) Nonye Soludo, has strongly condemned the disturbing abuse of a female National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member in Oba, Idemili South Local Government Area.
The incident, captured in a viral video that has sparked widespread outrage, shows the corps member being subjected to what Dr. Soludo described as “unacceptable and humiliating abuse.”
In a strongly-worded statement released today, the First Lady declared zero tolerance for such acts, emphasizing that there is “absolutely NO justification for such an ugly act.”
“This demeaning approach to law and order does NOT reflect our identity as a hospitable and peaceful people, nor does it represent the humane philosophy of our administration,” Dr. Soludo stated.
The First Lady expressed deep concern over the incident and called for immediate investigation by relevant authorities to ensure swift justice is served.
“I find this incident very disturbing and urge the authorities to investigate it to ensure justice is served swiftly,” Dr. Nonye Soludo said, adding that “critical measures must be taken to ensure we NEVER witness such a worrisome scene again.”
Dr. Soludo emphasized the importance of protecting Anambra State’s reputation, describing the state’s image as “priceless” and calling on all stakeholders to “guard it jealously.”
The incident has generated significant controversy on social media platforms, with many Nigerians calling for accountability and better protection of corps members serving across the country.
The First Lady, known for her advocacy on healthy living and social issues through her platform #HealthyLivingWithNonyeSoludo, used this incident to reinforce the administration’s commitment to upholding human dignity and the rule of law.
As of press time, authorities have not announced any arrests in connection with the abuse, but investigations are expected to commence following the First Lady’s public intervention.
The NYSC scheme deploys graduates across Nigeria to serve in states other than their origin, with corps members often working in schools, hospitals, and government offices during their mandatory one-year service.
