Lagos Police Detain Woman Over Alleged Fatal Stabbing of Younger Sister in Agege
The Lagos State Police Command has taken into custody a 30-year-old woman accused of fatally stabbing her 18-year-old sister during a heated domestic altercation in the Agege area of Lagos. This tragic incident underscores the severe consequences that can arise from family conflicts and has drawn significant attention from local authorities and residents alike.
Details of the Domestic Dispute and Fatal Altercation
According to reports from security analyst Zagazola Makama, the event unfolded on January 27, 2026, at approximately 8:20 p.m. at No. 22 Anikulapo Street, Pen Cinema, Agege. Ikechukwu Uka reported that two sisters, identified as Mary Ibekwe, aged 30, and Favour Uka, aged 18, engaged in a disagreement that quickly escalated into a physical confrontation.
During the intense altercation, Mary Ibekwe allegedly used a knife to stab her younger sister on the left side of her chest. The police have confirmed that the victim was immediately rescued and rushed to Blue Cross Hospital in Ogba for urgent medical treatment. Tragically, the doctor on duty at the hospital confirmed that Favour Uka had succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead.
Police Investigation and Legal Proceedings
A team of detectives from the Lagos State Police Command promptly visited both the scene of the incident and the hospital. At the hospital, they conducted a thorough inspection and photographed the corpse as part of their initial investigative procedures. The body was subsequently evacuated and deposited at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) in Ikeja for an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death.
The suspect, Mary Ibekwe, has been arrested and is currently in police custody. Authorities have assured the public that a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding this tragic event is ongoing. The Lagos State Police Command has emphasized its commitment to ensuring that the case is thoroughly investigated and prosecuted in accordance with the law, highlighting the seriousness with which they are treating this matter of domestic violence.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential for domestic disputes to turn violent, prompting calls for increased awareness and intervention strategies to prevent such tragedies in the future. The community in Agege and beyond is left mourning the loss of a young life, while legal processes move forward to address the alleged crime.
