A wedding in Jahun Local Government Area of Jigawa State turned tragic after the bride allegedly poisoned food served at the reception, leading to the death of one guest and leaving the groom critically ill.
Eyewitnesses suggest that the bride’s actions may have been driven by a personal vendetta.
State Police Public Relations Officer, Shi’isu Adam, confirmed the incident, stating, “We received a report that the bride had tainted the food served at the wedding reception, leaving the groom critically ill.”
Two suspects, including the bride and another female, have been arrested and are currently being interrogated by the Criminal Investigation Department.
Adam assured the public, “We will do everything in our power to ensure that justice is served.”
All other wedding attendees who consumed the poisoned food have been discharged from the hospital, except for the one individual who was confirmed dead.
The identities of the deceased, the groom, and other victims have not been disclosed as investigations continue.
