The 10-year-old Chiziterem Ozuluigbo, whose case sparked nationwide outrage over child abuse, has been discharged from hospital after making a full recovery.
The minor was released from hospital on Saturday, 18th July, and arrived at his hometown, Umuofiagu-Ukehe, Igbo-Etiti LGA of Enugu State, on Sunday.
Chiziterem’s case drew national attention in June after a viral video showed him with severe burns and other injuries allegedly inflicted by his guardians in Obosi, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.
The incident led to widespread condemnation across Nigeria and renewed calls for stronger enforcement of child protection laws and improved safeguards for vulnerable children.
Following the incident, the Anambra State Government arranged for his admission to a medical facility for specialised treatment.
Medical caregivers confirmed that, besides treatment for his burns and other physical injuries, Chiziterem received psychological therapy to help his recovery from the trauma linked to the alleged abuse.
Meanwhile, the Anambra State Police Command arraigned the child’s former guardians, Mr Chukwudi Chukwuyere, 40, and Mrs Chisom Chukwuyere, 30, over the alleged abuse.
The suspects have been remanded in a correctional facility pending trial.
