#WitchcraftAccusation Archives

Nov

08

2026

Plateau: Two Suspects Shot Dead Over Murder of Couple Accused of Witchcraft

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Plateau: Two Suspects Shot Dead Over Murder of Couple Accused of Witchcraft A couple were allegedly killed after being accused of witchcraft, and two suspects arrested over the murder have now been shot dead while reportedly trying to escape military custody in Plateau State. Two suspects arrested over the alleged murder of a couple accused of witchcraft in Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State have been shot dead after reportedly attempting to escape from military custody. The suspects, identified as 22-year-old Hussaini Mallam Yusufu and 24-year-old Ishaku Sule, were arrested on November 4, 2026, over their alleged involvement in…

Enugu Woman Forced to Eat Faeces Over Witchcraft Allegation

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Enugu Woman Forced to Eat Faeces Over Witchcraft Allegation An elderly woman in Enugu State was allegedly beaten, paraded and forced to eat faeces over accusations of witchcraft. Following public outrage, police have arrested four of the 12 suspects linked to the incident as human rights advocates demand justice. Enugu State Police have reportedly arrested four suspects over the alleged abuse of Mrs Chinyere Okonkwo, an elderly woman accused of witchcraft in Ugbawka, Nkanu East LGA. The incident sparked outrage after a video showing her humiliation circulated online.An elderly woman who was allegedly beaten, publicly humiliated and forced to eat…

Cross River Man Declared Wanted After Allegedly Setting Elderly Mother Ablaze Over Witchcraft Claim

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Cross River Man Declared Wanted After Allegedly Setting Elderly Mother Ablaze Over Witchcraft Claim A family dispute over a witchcraft accusation has ended in tragedy in Cross River State, where an elderly mother reportedly died after her son allegedly set her ablaze. The shocking incident has sparked fresh concerns over the dangers of witchcraft accusations and violence against elderly people. Emmanuel Akposi has reportedly been declared wanted in Cross River State after allegedly setting his elderly mother, Mrs Atim Akposi, ablaze over accusations that she was responsible for his child's death. The woman later died from severe burns at the…