A 35-year-old woman, Anulika Nwokike Onyeanusi, has pleaded not guilty to 14 charges bordering on the alleged sexual abuse and exploitation of her two daughters, aged seven and nine.
The Anambra State Government alleged that the offences, including rape, child pornography and psychological abuse, occurred between November 2025 and September 2026 at the defendant’s residence in Akpaka GRA, Onitsha.
According to the prosecution, the defendant allegedly sexually abused the children using a sex toy, exploited them sexually and involved them in pornographic performances.
The charges were filed under the Anambra State Violence Against Persons (Prohibition) Law, 2017, and the Child’s Rights Law, 2006.
Justice Peace Otti of the Anambra State High Court, Awka, adjourned the case until November 27, 2026, for a ruling on the defendant’s bail application.
The prosecution was led by the state Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Tobechukwu Nweke, SAN.
The defendant is presumed innocent until proven guilty by a court of law.