A trainee herbalist, Ifagbenga Taiwo, has confessed to killing his 41-day-old son in a shocking incident in Abeokuta, Oyo State. Taiwo claimed he was under a spell when he slit his son’s throat with a knife.
Incident Details
1. Location: Keesi area of Adatan, Abeokuta
2. Date: Last Monday
3. Victim: 41-day-old son
4. Cause: Slit throat with a knife
Suspect’s Confession
Taiwo revealed in an interrogation video that he was influenced by a spell, which led him to commit the heinous act. He explained that he had left his home to work but returned to pick up some charms for protection. Upon his return, he felt an unusual urge to commit a crime.
“I didn’t plan to kill my son,” Taiwo said. “I love my wife, and I didn’t plan to divorce her. I don’t know how it happened.”
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Police Investigation
The Ogun State Police Command arrested Taiwo after his wife, Raimat Wasilat, reported the incident. The police confirmed that Taiwo’s wife had fingered him in their son’s death, leading to his arrest.
Appeal for Mercy
Taiwo appealed to the government to show him mercy, stating, “I am sorry for what I did.”
This tragic incident highlights the importance of mental health awareness and the need for support systems to prevent such devastating events.
Source: PUNCH
