A 30-year-old man, Musbawu Amodu, has been arrested by the Nasarawa State Police Command for allegedly beating his 20-year-old wife to death after she refused to cook at their home in Agyaragu, Obi Local Government Area. The incident occurred recently, and the suspect was apprehended following a complaint about the violent assault. The victim, who was married to Amodu for six years and had two children — a boy and a girl — died from injuries sustained during the attack. Police confirmed that the case has been handed over to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Lafia for further investigation.
The command’s spokesperson, SP Ramhan Nansel, released a statement on Sunday detailing the circumstances surrounding the arrest. According to Nansel, the suspect confessed during interrogation that he attacked his wife out of anger after she allegedly declined to prepare food. The argument that followed quickly turned physical, leading to her death. Nansel emphasized that the suspect admitted to the crime and acknowledged the severity of his actions during questioning.
Authorities revealed that the couple had been living together for six years and had built a family with two young children. The tragic incident has sparked concern among residents in the community and raised alarms about domestic violence in the region. Police have assured the public that the case is being handled with urgency and that justice will be served. The Commissioner of Police in Nasarawa State, CP Shettima Jauro Mohammed, has directed that the investigation be conducted thoroughly and swiftly.
CP Mohammed stressed that the suspect will be charged to court once the investigation is complete. He urged members of the public to report any cases of domestic abuse and emphasized the police’s commitment to protecting victims of violence. The arrest comes amid growing calls for stricter enforcement of laws against gender-based violence in Nigeria. The SCID is now handling the case, and forensic and medical reports are expected to be completed soon.
This incident highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence in Nigeria, where many women face abuse in the privacy of their homes. The arrest of Musbawu Amodu serves as a reminder that perpetrators of such crimes will be held accountable. As the investigation continues, authorities are urging families to seek help and report any signs of domestic abuse. The case is expected to draw further attention to the need for stronger support systems for victims and more effective legal responses to domestic violence.
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