- Tragic Incident: A couple, Mr. Williams Wasiu Jimoh and his wife, Mrs. Banke William Jimoh, were brutally murdered in their home in Angwan Kari community, Keffi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.
- Circumstances of Death: The wife’s body showed signs of rape, with her legs apart and hands on her head, while the husband had multiple machete cuts and was found near the door.
- Investigation: The police were alerted after a colleague of Mr. Jimoh discovered the couple’s bodies, and an investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding their death.
- Suspicions: Some neighbors suspect that suspected Fulani herders may have been involved, citing a recent disagreement between them and the deceased woman.
The incident occurred on Sunday, April 6, when unknown assailants invaded the couple’s home at midnight. The husband was found with his hands tied and multiple machete cuts, while the wife’s body showed signs of rape and decomposition. The police were alerted, and the husband was rushed to the hospital, but unfortunately, he did not survive.
The community is in shock, and many are grieving the loss of the couple. Some residents have pointed to suspected Fulani herders as potential suspects, citing previous attacks in the area. The incident has raised concerns about security and safety in the community.
