Nigerian Singer Sentenced To Death For Murder Of Corps Member In Nasarawa
A Nigerian gospel singer, Oluwatimileyin Ajayi, has been sentenced to death by hanging for murdering Salome Adaidu, a 24-year-old National Youth Service Corps member. The incident occurred in Nasarawa State, where Ajayi allegedly killed Adaidu in a fit of rage over suspected infidelity, then dismembered her body.
He was sentenced to death by hanging, as ruled by Justice Simon Aboki of the Nasarawa State High Court in Lafia
Culpable homicide punishable under Section 221 of the Penal Code of Northern Nigeria
Ajayi confessed to the crime and led police to the remaining parts of Adaidu’s dismembered body
Ajayi and Adaidu were reportedly in a relationship, and Ajayi’s motive was allegedly rooted in jealousy
The case sparked widespread outrage and demands for justice among youth groups and gender-based violence advocates
Adaidu’s family has urged the Nigerian government to thoroughly investigate and prosecute those responsible for her death.
