Police Arrest Man for K!lling His Wife in Edo
A tragic incident unfolded in Benin City, Edo State, on February 22, 2025, when a man, identified as Kelvin Izekor, was arrested for allegedly killing his 38-year-old wife, Success Izekor. The shocking incident occurred at Upper Mission Extension in Benin City, leading to widespread shock and disbelief among the local community.
Kelvin and Success Izekor had only recently tied the knot, and the news of the wife’s brutal killing left residents reeling. A witness, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, recounted the harrowing event. “I can’t believe what I saw. Imagine being killed by your own husband. They were newlyweds, and nobody would have expected the woman to suffer such a fate,” the resident said, visibly shaken by the act of violence.
A graphic video, which quickly circulated on social media, captured the grim reality of the situation. In the video, police officers and residents can be seen removing Success Izekor’s lifeless body from her apartment. She had sustained severe machete wounds to her head, which were evident as her body was transported to a police vehicle, a Hilux van. The sight of the woman’s bloodied body in the video sent shockwaves across the community and beyond, raising concerns about domestic violence in the area.
Following the brutal killing, a prompt response was initiated by the Edo State Police Command. According to the spokesperson for the command, Moses Yamu, the police received a report about the incident at approximately 10:00 PM on the evening of February 22. The information indicated that Kelvin Izekor had killed his wife and was about to be lynched by an irate mob. Acting swiftly, officers from the Aduwawa Division were dispatched to the scene.
Upon arrival, the police found Success Izekor’s lifeless body lying in a pool of her own blood, with visible machete cuts on her head. The situation was tense, as a crowd had gathered, enraged by the horrifying murder. Despite the volatile situation, the police managed to pacify the mob and rescue Kelvin Izekor, who was taken into custody for further investigation.
The police confirmed that Success Izekor had succumbed to her injuries and was declared dead at the hospital. The gruesome nature of the crime, coupled with the anger of the crowd, emphasized the brutality of the act and the emotional toll it had on the community.
The Edo State Commissioner of Police, Betty Otimenyin, condemned the rising trend of domestic violence in the state. In a statement, she expressed her deep concern over the increasing frequency of such violent acts. “Domestic violence is a serious concern, and we are committed to investigating this case thoroughly,” Otimenyin said. She assured the public that justice would be pursued to the fullest extent of the law, and that anyone found culpable of such heinous acts would face prosecution.
Moses Yamu also emphasized that the investigation into the murder would be conducted diligently. “Whoever is found culpable will be prosecuted in accordance with the law,” Yamu added. The police promised that they would leave no stone unturned in their pursuit of justice for Success Izekor.
The tragic death of Success Izekor highlights a concerning trend of domestic violence in Nigeria. Domestic violence, which often includes physical, emotional, and psychological abuse, has become an increasingly prevalent issue across the country. In recent years, there have been numerous reports of women being killed by their partners, and many cases of abuse go unreported or unresolved.
Experts and activists have long called for more action from both the government and society to address the root causes of domestic violence. There is a growing need for education on healthy relationships, legal support for victims, and stronger enforcement of laws designed to protect women and children.
Community members, particularly women, have expressed their frustration with the lack of protection and support for victims of domestic violence. Many argue that there needs to be a cultural shift in how domestic abuse is perceived and treated in society. Instead of viewing such incidents as personal matters or family issues, there is a call for the public to recognize them as serious crimes that demand attention and intervention.
Support groups and advocacy organizations continue to push for stricter laws, better enforcement, and more public awareness campaigns to combat domestic violence in Nigeria. They stress the importance of providing accessible resources for victims and survivors, including shelters, counseling, and legal aid, to help them escape abusive situations and rebuild their lives.
The murder of Success Izekor has left a deep scar on the community of Upper Mission Extension in Benin City. While the police have taken swift action to apprehend the suspect, Kelvin Izekor, the case serves as a grim reminder of the growing issue of domestic violence in the country. It is clear that more needs to be done to address this issue at all levels of society, from legal reforms to community education.
As the investigation into the murder unfolds, the public remains hopeful that justice will prevail for Success Izekor and that the case will contribute to the ongoing fight against domestic violence in Nigeria. The outcry from the community also reflects a broader societal demand for change, with many calling for more attention to be given to the safety and well-being of women in the country. The police, government officials, and activists alike have all reiterated the need for a more comprehensive and sustained effort to prevent such tragedies from occurring in the future.
Police arrest man for k!lling his wife in Edo
The Edo State Police Command has arrested one Kelvin Izekor for the m8rder of his 38-year-old wife, Success Izekor.The incident happened at Upper Mission Extension in Benin City on Saturday, February 22, 2025.
A resident, who pleaded anonymity, said the couple recently got married.
“I can’t believe what I saw. Imagine being k!lled by your own husband. They were newlyweds, and nobody would have expected the woman to suffer such a fate,” she said.
A graphic video sighted on social media shows police officers and residents taking the deceased, who had deep cuts machete on her head, from her apartment into a police Hilux van.
The spokesperson of the Edo State Police Command, Moses Yamu, who confirmed the incident in a statement on Sunday, said that the husband was about to be lynched by an irate mob before the police arrived, pacified the crowd, and arrested him.
“On 22/02/2025, at about 22:00hrs, information was received that one Kelvin Izekor of No. 50 Upper Mission Extension, Benin City, had killed his wife, Success Izekor, aged 38, and was about to be lynched by an irate mob,” the statement read.
“Operatives of the Aduwawa Division swiftly responded to the report and found the lifeless body of the woman lying in a pool of her own blood, with deep cuts on her head.
“It took serious efforts by the police to pacify the mob, rescue the suspect, and take him into custody for investigation. The victim was taken to the hospital, where she was confirmed d3ad.”
The statement said the state Commissioner of Police, Betty Otimenyin, condemned the recent rise in cases of domestic violence, assuring the public of a thorough investigation into the woman’s death.
Yamu stressed that whoever was found culpable would be prosecuted in accordance with the law.
Source: LIB
