Ogun Tragedy: Infant’s Death Linked to Trainee Herbalist and Rituals
A tragic incident has been reported in Ogun State, Nigeria, where a trainee herbalist allegedly slaughtered his two-month-old son for ritual purposes.
The suspect, identified as Adewale Kabiru, was arrested by the Ogun State Police Command after committing the heinous act in the Kemta-Idi-Aba area of Abeokuta.
According to reports, Kabiru confessed to the crime during police interrogation, stating that he was advised by a yet-to-be-identified herbalist to use his son for money rituals.
The gruesome act has sparked outrage and condemnation from members of the community and beyond.
The Ogun State Police Command has assured the public that justice will be served as investigations are ongoing, and efforts are being made to apprehend the herbalist who allegedly influenced Kabiru.
Such incidents highlight the dark side of ritual practices and the need for more awareness and enforcement of laws against such inhumane acts.