A shocking case of alleged murder has rocked the community of Okene in Kogi State, where a woman stands accused of poisoning her husband to death following his marriage to a second wife.
The Accusation and the Childless Marriage
The suspect has been identified as Favor Odoba, who is said to be the daughter of a retired police officer. Her husband, the victim, was named as Abdul Kadir Nagazi. According to a family member, Princess Onono, who claimed to be Nagazi's sister, the couple had been married for nine years without having any children.
This long period of being childless reportedly led Nagazi to take a second wife. The new wife successfully gave birth to a baby boy just last month, an event that is believed to have triggered a crisis in the first marriage.
The Fatal Night and Medical Confirmation
The incident came to a head on a Saturday night. Princess Onono alleged that Favor specifically invited her husband, Nagazi, to spend that night with her. After being with her, his health deteriorated rapidly, forcing a rush to the hospital.
Medical personnel at the hospital examined him and allegedly confirmed that he had been poisoned. The doctors' report indicated that the toxic substance was administered both through food and injections, pointing to a deliberate act.
Suspect Missing as Investigation Intensifies
Following the tragic event and the serious allegations, the primary suspect, Favor Odoba, has disappeared. Authorities confirmed that she is currently missing and their efforts to locate her have so far been unsuccessful.
The police have launched a full investigation into the matter. They are working to piece together the events of that Saturday night and establish a clear motive, with the testimony about the new wife and child being a central part of their inquiries.
The community of Okene has been left in a state of shock and mourning, grappling with the tragic outcome of what appears to be a domestic conflict turned deadly.
