The Anambra State Police Command has arrested 36-year-old Anulika Onyeanusia following the circulation of a viral video allegedly showing her involving a minor in sexually explicit content.
According to the police, Onyeanusia allegedly used the child to produce explicit adult content for financial gain during a TikTok livestream on Thursday. The video subsequently went viral, triggering public outrage and calls for authorities to intervene.
In a statement issued on Thursday, the Police Public Relations Officer, Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed that the arrest followed the widespread public reaction to the video.
The command also disclosed that four children, aged two, three, six and nine, were rescued during the operation. Sex toys and other items considered relevant to the investigation were also recovered.
Onyeanusia is currently in police custody as investigations into the “circumstances of the offence” and the involvement of others continue, while her husband is being questioned over his possible involvement.
Nnanna Oji Ama, the police commissioner in Anambra, condemned the act as “deeply disturbing and unacceptable” particularly because it involved the exploitation and abuse of children.
“The Commissioner of Police, Anambra State Command, CP Nnanna Oji Ama, psc, who is deeply disturbed by the alleged act, described it as unacceptable, particularly because it involves the exploitation and abuse of children who are incapable of protecting themselves,” the statement reads in part.
“He has therefore directed a thorough and professional investigation while ensuring that the rescued children receive appropriate care and protection.”
The command said its priority is the safety and wellbeing of the rescued children, assuring that they will receive the necessary care, protection and support while their identities remain protected.
