Liberia: Lawmaker Rapes 13-Yr-Old Girl

Despite several legal instruments being put into motion to deter growing rape in the country, the menace remains unabatedly a serious threat, with officials of government adding 'insult to injury' by victimizing young girls instead of protecting them.

A case in point is the reported abuse of a girl by a member of the national legislature. The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection Wednesday expressed concern and condemned the recent alleged rape of a 13-yr-old girl by a member of the National Legislature from Grand Geed County.

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