A man identified as Favour has been accused of strangling his wife, Blessing Oghwoghwo, to death in the Okirigbagha area of Sapele Local Government Area in Delta State, before fleeing the scene. The tragic incident left behind their two young children, aged five and three, who were reportedly present during the attack. The victim, a provision seller, was allegedly killed after refusing to give money to her husband, which led to a violent argument that escalated into physical assault. According to local sources, the suspect beat and strangled her until she lost consciousness and died.
The incident occurred in a residential area where neighbours quickly noticed the commotion. When they approached the house, they found the body of Blessing Oghwoghwo lying lifeless, with signs of severe physical trauma. The suspect, fearing exposure, fled the scene before authorities arrived. The two young boys, traumatized by the events, were left alone in the house until community members intervened and took them to safety. Local residents expressed shock and sorrow over the brutal nature of the crime, calling for swift justice and increased protection for women and children in the area.
Despite the widespread reports from eyewitnesses and community leaders, the Delta State Police Public Relations Officer, Bright Edafe, has not yet responded to inquiries from journalists seeking official confirmation. This lack of immediate response has raised concerns about transparency and the speed of police intervention in such cases. The absence of an official statement has also left families and communities anxious, especially given the rising number of gender-based violence incidents across Nigeria.
This case adds to the growing list of domestic violence-related deaths in Delta State and across Nigeria. Women’s rights groups have repeatedly called for stronger enforcement of laws protecting victims of domestic abuse, including faster police response times and better support systems for survivors. The death of Blessing Oghwoghwo, a mother of two, highlights the urgent need for public awareness campaigns and legal reforms to prevent similar tragedies.
As investigations continue, community leaders are urging residents to report any signs of domestic abuse promptly. Authorities are expected to conduct a thorough probe into the circumstances surrounding the killing. The case serves as a grim reminder of the dangers faced by many women in abusive relationships, particularly in rural and underserved areas. With no official update from the police yet, the family and neighbors await justice for Blessing Oghwoghwo, hoping that her death will lead to meaningful change in how domestic violence is handled in Nigeria.
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