Tragedy Strikes Wedding in Jigawa as Bride Allegedly Poisoned Reception Food
A joyous celebration turned into a tragedy in Jahun Local Government Area, Jigawa State, after a bride allegedly poisoned the food served at her wedding reception.
The incident left the groom critically ill and tragically claimed the life of one guest. Eyewitnesses have suggested that the bride’s actions may have been motivated by a personal vendetta, though the full details of the incident are still unclear.
The Police Public Relations Officer for the state, Shi’isu Adam, confirmed the tragic event on Friday, stating that an investigation is currently 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 Adam, two suspects have been arrested in connection with the poisoning: the bride and another female accomplice. Both individuals are currently in custody and are being interrogated by the Criminal Investigation Department of the Jigawa State Police Command. The investigation is ongoing to uncover the motive behind the bride’s alleged actions.
