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Orphanage closed over claims of child molestation

Father Bethrand Nwakwachuku (in black robe) with police moments before his children's home was closed over allegations of molestation. [PHOTO: KAMAU MAICHUHIE/standard]

A children’s home in Thika run by a Nigerian missionary is under investigation over allegations of child molestation.

Caritas Mariano Children’s Home was closed down yesterday and Father Bethrand Nwakwachuku, the missionary, immediately arrested. Although he identifies himself as “Father”, Nwakwachuku clarified that he is not a Catholic Priest and described himself as a missionary from Spain. He holds Nigerian and Spanish passports.

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