Aliu Tahiru sentenced to 15 years for defiling a three-year-old girl

Aliu Tahiru, a 25-year-old trader, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for the defilement of a three-year-old girl in Oduwanya, near Somanya. The Odumase-Krobo Circuit Court, presided over by Mr. Kwesi Appiatse Abaidoo, handed down the sentence on October 5, 2026. The convict pleaded guilty to the charge during his appearance in court, leading to his immediate sentencing.

The court heard that the incident was discovered when the victim's mother found her daughter crying uncontrollably outside Tahiru's room. When the mother questioned the child about her distress, the three-year-old revealed that Tahiru had sexually abused her. The child also disclosed that the convict had given her a GH 1 coin following the act, presumably to buy her silence.

After the mother confronted him with the allegations, Tahiru initially attempted to evade justice by fleeing the scene. However, his attempt to escape was thwarted by local residents who mobilized to assist the family. With the support of the community, Tahiru was apprehended and subsequently handed over to the police. During the ensuing interrogation, he admitted to the crime, which formed the basis of his guilty plea in court.

In delivering the judgment, the court emphasized the gravity of the offence and the need to protect vulnerable children from such predatory behavior. The 15-year jail term serves as a significant legal sanction intended to deter others from committing similar acts of sexual violence. The case also underscores the importance of community vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement in ensuring that perpetrators are held accountable for their actions.