
Owerri, Imo State – A 29-year-old housewife, identified as Oluchi, has reportedly died following an alleged domestic assault by her husband in Owerri, Imo State.
According to preliminary reports, a disagreement over money transferred to the husband’s account escalated into violence. Oluchi had reportedly requested funds from her husband to support her small business, triggering a violent confrontation.
Neighbors and social media users have expressed shock over the incident, highlighting ongoing concerns about domestic violence in the region.
Oluchi was rushed to a nearby hospital following the alleged assault but was pronounced dead on arrival. Authorities have yet to confirm the circumstances, and investigations are ongoing.
The tragic death underscores the urgent need for awareness and intervention against domestic violence in Imo State and Nigeria as a whole.