The Anambra Government has confirmed that the 10-year-old boy, who was brutally assaulted by his guardians in Awada, Obosi, in Idemili North Local Government Area of the state, is currently receiving medical treatment under state protection.

The state Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Welfare, Mrs Esther Onyekesi, made this known to newsmen in Awka on Monday.

“I want to thank the good caring people of Anambra for bringing this case to our notice.

“The boy is receiving treatment now. My team and Obosi community woman leader visited him.

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