Operatives of Ogun State Police Command have arrested a father, Odukaye Kunle, who allegedly brutalized his son, Boluwatife.
The suspect was seen to have brutalized his son in a video that went viral on the internet.
The Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, confirmed his arrest in a statement he posted on his X handle on Saturday in Abuja.
Adejobi said: “Odukaye Kunle, the father who brutalised his son, Boluwatife, in Otta area, Ogun State, has just been arrested by the police.
“The mother of the boy and the boy will be taken to our police medical centre, Otta, for further medical assessment and attention. The OC Medical, Ogun State has been ordered to proceed to Otta on this mission.
“Kunle will be charged to court on Monday. We commend the CP Ogun State, CP Lanre Ogunlowo, and his team for their commitment and ensuring that the boy gets justice. We appreciate you all for your concerns as well.”