A heated domestic quarrel in Jakpa, Uvwie Local Government Area of Delta State, turned fatal on Monday when a 21-year-old woman identified as Bina allegedly stabbed her partner to death. The shocking incident has sparked fresh outrage over rising cases of domestic violence in Nigeria.
According to police sources, the couple, who had been cohabiting for about four years and share two children, began arguing after Bina sought help from a male neighbor to load a recharge card. The deceased reportedly accused her of disrespect and warned her never to approach the neighbor again, threatening to shut down the shop he had set up for her.
The quarrel escalated quickly, and in a fit of rage, Bina allegedly picked up a knife and stabbed her partner. Witnesses rushed the victim to a nearby hospital, but he was confirmed dead after excessive bleeding. The gruesome scene has left residents of Jakpa stunned, with many describing the incident as avoidable.
During interrogation, Bina admitted to the act, telling investigators: “He told me never to go to our neighbor for anything again. He threatened to close my shop, and the fight got out of control. I used the knife to stab him.” Her chilling confession has since fueled conversations online about the growing prevalence of violent responses in domestic disputes.
Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer, Delta State Command, SP Edafe Bright, described the killing as both “disturbing and unfortunate.” He urged young people to seek non-violent ways of resolving conflicts, stressing that toxic or abusive relationships should be abandoned rather than escalated into violence.
Bina is currently in police custody as investigations continue. Authorities say she will be formally charged in court once the case file is complete. The Delta State Command has also reiterated its commitment to ensuring justice for the deceased while urging couples to embrace peaceful dialogue and conflict resolution.
The tragedy comes amid growing calls for stronger social awareness campaigns on domestic violence. Experts warn that Nigeria’s rising tide of family-related killings reflects deeper issues of economic hardship, lack of counseling support, and poor anger management training. For Bina and her children, the consequences of a single violent act will echo for a lifetime.
