Dutse, Nigeria – What should have been a joyous occasion in Jahun Local Government Area of Jigawa State turned tragic after a bride allegedly poisoned food served at her wedding reception.
The incident resulted in the critical illness of the groom and the death of a guest who consumed the tainted meal.
Eyewitnesses suggest the bride’s actions may have been driven by a personal vendetta, though the exact motive remains unclear.
The Police Public Relations Officer for Jigawa State, Shi’isu Adam, confirmed the incident on Friday and disclosed that an investigation is underway.
“We received a report that the bride had tainted the food served at the wedding reception, leaving the groom critically ill,” Adam said.
According to him, two suspects have been arrested in connection with the case: the bride and an alleged accomplice. Both suspects are currently in police custody and are being interrogated by the Criminal Investigation Department of the Jigawa State Police Command.
The police assured the public that further details would be made available as the investigation unfolds. Meanwhile, the tragic incident has left the community in shock and mourning.
