The development came after the young house help was reportedly rescued with severe injuries allegedly inflicted while in the care of the suspects.

The Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development has taken protective custody of the child of Chisom Chukwuyere, the woman at the centre of alleged abuse of a 10-year-old house help, as authorities intensify investigations into the disturbing case.

The incident occured in Anambra State.

The development came after the young house help was reportedly rescued with severe injuries allegedly inflicted while in the care of the suspects.

Authorities said the suspect's child, identified as Master Chukwutolumugo, was removed from her custody as a precautionary measure and placed under government protection pending the outcome of ongoing investigations.