...Soludo’s wife vows justice for victim
In a tragic incident, a woman identified as Mrs Chioma Nwanna, has reportedly died after she was set ablaze by her husband on Tuesday at Abagana, Njikoka local government area of Anambra State on suspicion of infidelity.
A circulating video on social media showed the woman, Mrs Chioma Nwanna, mother of six children, tumbling on the ground with burns and cursing her husband.
According to a source, the man had accused his wife of being wayward and flirting with other men, an allegation that sparked off an argument between them.
It was gathered that as the argument raged, the man poured fuel on her, setting her ablaze.
It was passersby and neighbours who managed to put out the fire, though it had dealt significant burns on the victim.
She was then rushed to a medical facility in Enugwu-Ukwu, Njikoka Local Government Area, where she was pronounced dead at around 3am on Wednesday.
Confirming the incident, the Anambra State police command said the husband has been arrested .
The State Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, SP Tochukwu Ikenga added that an investigation into the matter has commenced.
“We are aware of the matter, but it is sad to announce to you that the woman just died this morning while receiving medical attention.
“Her husband has also been arrested and investigation has commenced,” the PPRO said.
Meanwhile, the wife of the Anambra State Governor, Dr Nonye Soludo, has vowed to ensure the prosecution of the man who allegedly set his wife ablaze in Abagana, Njikoka local government area.
Soludo, the founder of Healthy Living Initiative, told journalists on Wednesday in Awka, that she would follow up closely on the case and ensure that justice was served.
“I saw the viral incident and directed an immediate visit to the scene of the incident.
“I have received details of the incident from the Commissioner for Women and Social Welfare, Mrs Ify Obinabo and her Health counterpart, Dr Afam Obidike, who visited the scene.
“I will ensure that the case is followed closely until justice is served,” she said.
The governor’s wife, who described the incident as gruesome and evil, lamented the rising cases of domestic violence and abuse in many homes.
She called for serious social reformation, beginning with a systemic approach to fighting drug use and related problems.
“The state government takes issue of domestic violence and abuse as serious crimes, and no one who is found guilty of such offences will walk free.
“However, the state government will find the best approach to take care of the five children of the victim,” she said.
