Tragedy in Owerri: How Husband From Ngor Okpala Allegedly Kills Wife From Abia Over ₦35,000 Market Money

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A tragic incident of domestic violence has reportedly claimed the life of a young married woman in Owerri, the Imo State capital, following a dispute over ₦35,000.

The deceased woman, said to be 29 years old and originally from Abia State, was married to a man from Ngor Okpala Local Government Area of Imo State. She was a petty trader who sold goods at Relief Market in Owerri.

According to reports, trouble started when a customer purchased goods worth ₦35,000 from the woman and attempted to make a bank transfer, which reportedly failed. The customer then asked for an alternative account number. The woman allegedly provided her husband’s bank account details, and the money was successfully transferred.

It was gathered that the husband later confirmed receiving the money. However, on returning home, the woman reportedly requested the ₦35,000 from him, but he refused to hand it over. An argument allegedly followed, which later escalated into physical violence.

Eyewitness accounts and comments from people familiar with the couple claim that the husband allegedly beat the woman severely during the confrontation. She reportedly collapsed and later died from the injuries sustained.

Further revelations from the man’s former landlady alleged that the suspect had a history of domestic abuse even before the couple got married. According to her, the man frequently assaulted the woman while they were still dating, and the violence allegedly continued after marriage, despite warnings to the victim to leave the relationship.

There are also unconfirmed reports that the deceased woman was pregnant at the time of her death, allegedly carrying twins, a development that has further deepened public outrage and grief.

The incident has sparked widespread condemnation on social media, with many Nigerians calling for justice and stronger action against domestic violence. As of the time of filing this report, there has been no official statement from the Imo State Police Command regarding arrests or ongoing investigations.

Domestic violence remains a serious issue in Nigeria, with advocacy groups continuing to urge victims to speak up early and seek help before situations turn fatal.