HORROR in Akure: ‘He Forced Her to Drink!’ — Tailor Arrested Over Alleged Assault of 17-Year-Old Apprentice

Shock and outrage have erupted in Ondo State, Nigeria after a disturbing allegation involving a teenage apprentice.

My fellow Nigerians, can you imagine sending your child to learn a trade… only for this to happen?

Police in Akure confirmed the arrest of a 32-year-old fashion designer, identified as Jacob Joseph, following a complaint that he allegedly assaulted his 17-year-old apprentice. The full details are in the underlined part above — you need to see it yourself. Nigerians say the account is deeply disturbing — check the underlined words now before it disappears.

Authorities say the victim was lured back to the shop at night under the pretext of duty.

She reportedly consumed alcohol given to her and later lost consciousness.

She later woke up injured and traumatised.

The case has now been transferred to the Gender-Based Violence Unit for investigation.

Police say justice will be pursued.

Nigerians are reacting with anger and heartbreak.

At TimesNG, we are following closely.

Drop your reaction now. What stronger measures should be taken to protect young apprentices in Nigeria?