Man Allegedly Sets House on Fire, Kills Wife in Blaze
A 56-year-old man, Madarikan Emehinola, has been arrested by the Ogun State Police Command for allegedly setting his home ablaze, resulting in the death of his 40-year-old wife, Igbagbo Erobe.
The tragic incident reportedly happened in the Igbo-Edu area of Ogun Waterside Local Government Area.
The command’s spokesperson, DSP Oluseyi B. Babaseyi, confirmed the arrest in a statement released on Sunday.
He explained that the police received a report at the Abigi Divisional Police Headquarters on Sunday concerning a house fire that claimed the life of a woman.
Following the report, the victim’s body was recovered and deposited at a mortuary for post-mortem examination.
The police spokesperson further stated that arrangements were underway to transfer the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Eleweran, Abeokuta, for a comprehensive investigation.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, CP Bode Ojajuni, assured residents that the matter would be handled diligently and professionally in accordance with the law.
Ojajuni reiterated the command’s determination to safeguard lives and property, stressing that allegations involving serious crimes would receive the necessary investigative attention.
The command called on residents to remain vigilant and promptly report suspicious activities, noting that credible information from the public could help prevent crime and assist ongoing investigations.
