30-Year-Old Man Arrested for Beating His 20-year-old Wife to Death After She Refused to Cook for Him

The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old man, Musbawu Amodu, for allegedly beating his 20yr old wife to death following a domestic dispute in Nasarawa State, Nigeria.

According to the police, the tragic incident occurred in the Angwan Yahaya area of Agyaragu, Obi Local Government Area.

The spokesperson for the Nasarawa State Police Command, SP Ramhan Nansel, disclosed in a statement issued on the night of Sunday, July 12, 2026, that the suspect allegedly confessed to assaulting his wife after she refused to prepare food for him.

Police said the assault reportedly escalated, leaving the woman with fatal injuries.

The suspect is currently in police custody while investigations into the incident continue.

The police are expected to charge him to court upon the conclusion of their investigation.
The statement reads:“The Nasarawa State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old man, Musbawu Amodu, for the alleged culpable homicide of his 20-year-old wife in Angwan Yahaya, Agyaragu, Obi Local Government Area of the State,” the statement read.

“The tragic incident has left behind two children—a male and a female—from their six-year old marriage.

“On Sunday, 12th July, 2026, at about 12:30 p.m., a complaint was lodged at the Agyaragu Police Division alleging that the suspect had assaulted his wife, resulting in her d3ath.

“Upon receipt of the report, the Divisional Police Officer immediately mobilized patrol personnel to the scene, where the victim was evacuated to the Federal University Teaching Hospital, Lafia, for medical examination and preservation.

“The suspect was promptly arrested and, during interrogation, allegedly confessed to committing the act.

“He stated that he acted out of anger after the deceased allegedly refused to prepare food.

“According to him, an argument ensued, which escalated into a physical altercation that ultimately resulted in her death. He has since expressed remorse over his actions.

“The Commissioner of Police, Nasarawa State Command, CP Shetima Jauro Mohammed, psc, mnips, has ordered the transfer of the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Lafia, for a thorough, discreet, and expedited investigation.

“The Commissioner of Police assured members of the public that justice will be served and that the suspect will be charged to court upon the conclusion of the investigation.

“He strongly condemned all forms of domestic violence, describing the incident as tragic and avoidable.

“He urged couples and family members to embrace dialogue, patience, and lawful means of resolving disputes, stressing that no misunderstanding is worth the loss of a human life.

“The Command further reassures residents that the situation in Agyaragu and its environs remains calm and under control, while monitoring continues.”