- The deceased include a woman, her daughter, her mother, and her sister
- Initial speculations suggest food poisoning might be responsible
- The bodies have been sent for autopsy
In Nsukka Local Government Area, Nigeria, a tragic event has cast a shadow over the community after the death of a family of four.
The incident occurred on Sunday, September 1, 2024, leaving the entire community in profound sorrow.
The victims—a woman, her daughter, her mother, and her sister—passed away in their sleep under mysterious circumstances. While the precise cause of death has yet to be determined, some locals have speculated on social media that food poisoning might be the culprit.
Reports indicate that the family had shared a meal the night before their deaths. Traditional ruler HRH Igwe Felix Ugwu confirmed the heartbreaking news and revealed that Mama Chijioke Amaeze had been caring for her ailing mother at her home prior to the tragedy.
The Nsukka Police Division has taken the bodies for autopsy and investigation, but the community is also seeking spiritual guidance to uncover the cause.
Ugwu expressed the deep unease felt by the residents, stating that such an event is unprecedented in the history of their community. Efforts are underway to determine the cause of this devastating incident.
