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It was gathered that on June 4, Rasak, a resident of Mafoluku area of the state, applied the freshly grounded pepper to the eyes, private part and also forced her nephew who lives with her, to stoop on a hot stove following a minor offence.

The police prosecutor, Simon Imohnwa, told the court that Razak intentionally caused grievous harm to the 11-year-old boy.

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When the charge was read to her, Razak pleaded not guilty and the presiding magistrate, B.O. Osusanmi, granted her bail and adjourned the matter till June 25, for hearing.