In a landmark judgment, a Nigerian court has sentenced Peter Nwachukwu, the husband of late gospel singer Osinachi Nwachukwu, to death by hanging after finding him guilty of culpable homicide.
The popular singer died in April 2022 after reportedly enduring years of domestic abuse.
The court’s verdict has been hailed by rights activists as a victory for justice and a significant step in the fight against domestic violence in Nigeria.
Osinachi’s death had sparked national outrage, with many calling for stronger legal protections for victims of abuse.
Delivering the judgment, the judge stated that the evidence against Nwachukwu was overwhelming and that the court must send a strong message that domestic violence leading to death would not be tolerated.
The case has also reignited calls for expedited handling of gender-based violence cases in Nigerian courts.
