A High Court in Lafia, presided over by Justice Simon Aboki, has commenced hearing in the murder case against 32-year-old singer Oluwatimilehin Daniel Ajayi. Ajayi is accused of killing and dismembering 24-year-old Salome Adaidu, a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member.
Ajayi, who was brought to court under heavy security, pleaded not guilty to the charge. The Nasarawa State Government has taken over the prosecution, with Attorney General Hauwa Samuel Jugbo leading the case .
During the proceedings, three witnesses testified, including the Divisional Police Officer of Karshi Police Station and the deceased's uncle, Mr. Adaidu Samson. Mr. Samson recognized his niece's severed head when it was retrieved from a polythene bag .
The case has been adjourned to Tuesday for further proceedings. Ajayi was arrested on February 12 for the alleged crime.
This development comes after Ajayi's initial arrest and detention at the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCS) facility after being accused for the killing and dismembering Adaidu, who was his girlfriend. The incident sparked widespread outrage, with many calling for justice for the victim and her family.
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