Former Big Brother Naija housemate Uriel Oputa is receiving widespread praise from Nigerians after she offered to adopt a baby girl who was found abandoned by a riverside in Kogi State.
According to a viral video, the infant was discovered crying near the Niger Bridge in the Ajaokuta area by a local community leader. The man was drawn to the scene by the baby’s cries and was shocked to find her alone, wrapped in baby clothes and a wrapper, with a few other personal items nearby.
Omera Ugbede Opaluwa, a resident of the area who posted the video online, confirmed that the child was rescued and is currently being cared for by community members while they await further action from local authorities.
Reacting to the heartbreaking news in the comment section of a popular blog, Uriel Oputa made an emotional appeal to be given custody of the child. She vowed to give the baby a loving home and ensure she never suffered.
“Pls let me have her. She will never go hungry,” Uriel wrote.
Her comment has since gone viral, with netizens showering her with praise for her compassionate gesture.
Reactions trailing Uriel Oputa’s adoption of baby
Jahbae Solutions wrote: “Please give Uriel. She’s capable and also a God-fearing lady with a heart of gold.”
Pretty Otibhor added: “Give Uriel, she wants the baby.”
Dip Ogafar commented: “The baby’s future is certain if you give the child to Uriel.”
Biggest Gift said: “God bless her kind heart.”
Watch the video below …
Abandoned baby found crying at riverside in Kogi
An abandoned baby girl has been rescued after she was found near Niger Bridge in Ajaokuta area of Kogi State.
A resident, Omera Ugbede Opaluwa, who posted the video on Friday, April 4, 2025, said the child was found by one of the… pic.twitter.com/JhzpP0XnfA
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