15 August 2026 · Awka South
Gender-based violence in Anambra
OpenWatch has recorded 65 reported gender-based violence incidents in Anambra State, 12 of them in the last 12 months. That is 10% of every incident recorded in the state, and ranks it 4 of 30 among the states where gender-based violence is reported often enough to profile.
Incidents · 12 mo
12
Fatalities · 12 mo
3
Incidents · all-time
65
Fatalities · all-time
25
Latest reported gender-based violence in Anambra
9 August 2026 · Awka South
Students strip lecturer over attempted sexual assault at UNIZIK
14 July 2026 · Awka South
A Practical Biology Technologist at Paul University, Awka was placed on indefinite suspension following allegations of serious sexual misconduct involving a female student. The allegations came to university management's attention on July 14, 2026, prompting immediate intervention and referral to law enforcement amid rising student tensions.
25 June 2026 · Idemili North
A couple has been remanded in court for allegedly attempting to murder an 11-year-old boy placed in their care in Isiowulu community, Anambra State. The case has drawn significant public attention due to the severity of the abuse.
22 June 2026 · Idemili North
A 16-year-old boy allegedly defiled an eight-year-old girl on June 22 in Achalla-Agu village, Umuoji, Idemili North LGA, Anambra State. The matter came to light after the victim reported it to her guardian, and a medical examination at the Federal Medical Centre, Onitsha, confirmed the defilement.
18 June 2026 · Idemili South
A nursing student was found dead in her apartment in Alor, Anambra State, with visible injuries suggesting foul play. The landlord has been arrested as part of the ongoing investigation into the suspected murder.
17 June 2026 · Awka North
Police rescued a 15-year-old pregnant girl during a raid in Achalla, Anambra State, and arrested a suspect for alleged child exploitation and sexual abuse. The investigation revealed that the victim had been subjected to abuse by several adult males.
15 June 2026 · Idemili North
Four suspects have been arrested in Anambra for alleged murder and child abuse involving a 10-year-old boy who suffered serious injuries. The incidents include the exhumation of a corpse and severe abuse of another child.
4 June 2026 · Njikoka
A 16-year-old girl was gang-raped by eight men, including her guardian, in Nawfia community, Anambra State. The case has led to the arrest of two suspects, while the remaining six are still at large.
12 May 2026 · Idemili North
An 80-year-old man died after allegedly being assaulted during an attempted arrest by police officers in Nkpor, Anambra State. The incident is linked to a traditional stool crisis in the community.
Other threats in Anambra
About these figures
Counts cover incidents classified as gender-based violence in Anambra State, drawn from OpenWatch’s incident record, excluding retracted reports and duplicates merged into an earlier report. Figures update hourly. Last recorded: 15 August 2026.
Reported numbers are a floor, not a census. Incidents in remote areas are routinely under-reported, and classification follows how an event was described in reporting, so a low count is not a guarantee of safety. See the full Anambra risk profile for every threat type, or the methodology for how incidents are collected and classified.
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