The Edo State Police Command has launched manhunt for a man identified as Wealth Nnamdi, who allegedly killed his pregnant fiancée, Osasu Isaac and her 3-year-old daughter, Miracle, in Benin City.
The tragic incident, which occurred on Idiangbona Street in Ovbiogoe Community, followed a heated argument between the lovers on March 16.
Neighbours, who were used to their frequent quarrels said they did not suspect that the altercation would end in bloodshed.
A source in the community, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the pair had been together for over three years, with Nnamdi moving in with Osasu and her daughter from a previous relationship.
Traditional wedding for the intending couple had been slated for March 29, 2025, while holy matrimony in church was scheduled for April 6 before the incident.
“It is heartbreaking because she was excited about the wedding. She was already pregnant for him, and they had been living together. But on Sunday, they had a serious argument. We didn’t think much of it because they usually fought,” the source said.
She added, “When the argument stopped, we thought they had settled. But after two days, a foul smell started coming from their room. That was when we called the police.”
Confirming the incident on Tuesday, the Police Public Relations Officer, (PPRO), Edo State Command, Moses Yamu said officers from the Ekiadolor Division forced the door open after neighbours reported a disturbing odour.
