Woman allegedly kills husband’s mistress’ two-month-old baby in Benue

In Benue State, Nigeria, a 25-year-old woman named Erdoo Ugede has been arrested on suspicion of killing the two-month-old son of her husband's alleged mistress. The tragic event took place in Ankyoov, within the Gwer East Local Government Area.

Community sources revealed that the suspect had invited the child's mother and infant to reside with her in her matrimonial home. This invitation reportedly stemmed from Ugede's own lack of children. Despite knowing the baby was fathered by her husband, she insisted they live together, a request that initially raised no suspicion among relatives or neighbors.

On the day of the incident, the baby's mother reportedly stepped out to a nearby market, leaving the infant in Ugede's care. While the mother was away, the suspect allegedly struck the baby with an object, causing his death. The infant's cries alerted neighbors, who rushed into the house and apprehended Ugede before she could escape.

Angry youths in the community initially attempted to take matters into their own hands, with some reportedly seeking to lynch the suspect. However, other residents intervened, restraining the mob and alerting the police. Officers from the Aliade Police Division arrived promptly, arresting Ugede and preventing the situation from escalating further. Efforts to obtain a comment from the Police Public Relations Officer were unsuccessful.