Soludo’s Wife Vows Justice for Woman Set Ablaze by Husband

Anambra First lady, Nonye Soludo, has pledged to ensure the prosecution of Sunday Nwaka, a man accused of setting his wife, Chioma Nwaka, ablaze in a horrific case of domestic violence.

Speaking in Awka on Wednesday, Mrs. Soludo, who is also the founder of the Healthy Living Initiative, described the incident as “gruesome and evil” and vowed to follow up on the case until justice is served.

“I saw the viral incident and directed an immediate visit to the scene of the incident. I have received details of the incident from the Commissioner for Women and Social Welfare, Mrs. Ify Obinabo, and her Health counterpart, Dr. Afam Obidike. I will ensure that the case is followed closely until justice is served,” she stated.

The incident, which occurred in Abagana, Njikoka Local Government Area, shocked the community and went viral on social media.

Eyewitnesses reported that Sunday Nwaka poured fuel on his wife and set her ablaze following a domestic dispute.

Chioma, a mother of five boys, was seen in a viral video desperately fleeing for her life while suffering severe third-degree burns.

Neighbors and passersby managed to extinguish the flames, but the damage was extensive.

She was rushed to a medical facility in Enugwu-Ukwu but succumbed to her injuries around 3 a.m. on Wednesday.

The suspect, now in police custody, will face charges in connection with the horrific act.

Mrs. Soludo condemned the rising cases of domestic violence and drug abuse, linking them to societal decay.

She emphasized the Anambra State Government’s zero-tolerance policy for such crimes.

“The state government takes issues of domestic violence and abuse as serious crimes, and no one who is found guilty of such offences will walk free,” she said.

She also assured the public that the government would take responsibility for the welfare of the victim’s five children, signaling the administration’s commitment to addressing the aftermath of the tragedy.

Highlighting the broader implications of domestic violence, Mrs. Soludo called for systemic approaches to tackle drug abuse and its impact on families.

“This gruesome act underscores the urgent need for social reformation. We need to address the root causes, including drug-related problems, to prevent such tragedies,” she added.

The case has reignited conversations about domestic violence in Nigeria, with advocates calling for stronger legislation and community action to protect vulnerable women and children.

For now, Anambra State waits to see justice served for Chioma Nwaka, as her tragic story sheds light on the ongoing crisis of domestic violence in the country.

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