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Teen reportedly caused 10 pregnancies in five months, raising alarm.
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His actions began during an apprenticeship in Anambra State.
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Commissioner says suspected teenage pregnancy case may need spiritual help.
In just five months, an 18-year-old apprentice is accused of getting 10 girls pregnant, including a salesgirl in Anambra and the daughter of his master.
Suspected teenage pregnancy case shocks community and officials
Within three months of starting an apprenticeship with a business owner, he impregnated the man’s daughter and his salesgirl.
The apprentice’s instructor fired him from his training after the disclosure, which led the teenager to return to his hometown.
In a live social media broadcast on Wednesday, Ify Obinabo, the Anambra State Commissioner for Women and Social Welfare, revealed the startling revelation.
According to Obinabo, after the apprentice left his trade post and went back to his family’s house in the village, things became even worse.
“I need public advice,” she remarked. The Ministry of Women and Social Welfare is no longer equipped to handle this situation.
After completing his apprenticeship and going back to his hometown, the lad impregnated eight more girls in two months, according to Obinabo.
She claimed that out of dread and frustration, the boy’s mother came to her office to report the problem and pleaded for help.
The mother said, “Every time I see a girl near our home, my heart skips,” according to the commissioner’s report. I require assistance.
Public urged to suggest solutions to teen pregnancy crisis
Obinabo said she was overwhelmed by the sheer volume of victims and the boy’s age, which is why she called for assistance and suggestions from the public.
“I asked how he persuades these girls, and he told me that he promises them love and marriage after success,” she added.
According to Punch, Obinabo claims that the guy assured her that he would marry every female if he achieved financial stability.
She went on to say that the issue might need for psychiatric or spiritual assistance and asked the public to come up with workable answers as soon as possible.
Obinabo underlined the pressing need to responsibly address the growing problem without naming the boy, his mother, or their community.
