The Nigerian security and civil defence corps (NSCDC) in Gombe state has arrested a 48-year-old man, Ibrahim Haruna, and his 15-year-old son, for allegedly raping a 13-year-old girl in Jekadafari area of ​​Gombe.

The suspects were remanded at the NSCDC headquarters in the state on Monday.

The spokesperson of the command SC Buhari Sa’ad, said investigations by the agency revealed that the father and son committed the crime on separate occasions.

According to him, Ibrahim Haruna, who is a tailor, committed the crime at his tailoring shop, while his son committed the crime at their residence. “We have concluded our investigation and they will soon be charged to court for trial,” Sa’ad said.

However, Ibrahim Haruna denied the charges, saying he did not rape the girl, although he admitted to touching her inappropriately.

The victim’s name has been withheld to protect her privacy, in line with child protection and human rights laws.