A joyous occasion has turned into a tragedy in Jahun Local Government Area of Jigawa State after a bride allegedly poisoned food served at her wedding reception.
The incident left the groom critically ill and claimed the life of one guest.
Eyewitnesses suggested that the bride’s actions may have been motivated by a personal vendetta, though details remain unclear.
The Police Public Relations Officer for the state, Shi’isu Adam, confirmed the incident on Friday and revealed that an investigation is underway.
“We received a report that the bride had tainted the food served at the wedding reception, leaving the groom critically ill,” Adam said.
According to him, two suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident: the bride and another female accomplice. Both are currently in custody and being interrogated by the Criminal Investigation Department of the Jigawa State Police Command.
