In a dramatic turn of events, the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court sitting in Wuse Zone 2, Abuja, has sentenced Peter Nwachukwu, the husband of the late popular gospel singer Osinachi Nwachukwu, to death by hanging.
Justice Njideka Nwosu-Iheme delivered the landmark judgment on Monday, sealing the fate of Nwachukwu after a prolonged trial that gripped national attention. The court dismissed his no-case submission and found him guilty of culpable homicide over the death of his wife, which occurred on April 8, 2022.
Osinachi Nwachukwu, best known for her powerful gospel hit "Ekwueme," died under controversial circumstances, sparking widespread outrage and calls for justice.
Initial reports had attributed her death to throat cancer, but subsequent investigations revealed a history of alleged domestic abuse, prompting the state to charge her husband with homicide.
Throughout the trial, chilling testimonies from family members, friends, and medical experts painted a grim picture of prolonged abuse. The prosecution successfully argued that Peter Nwachukwu's violent actions directly led to Osinachi’s untimely death.
Delivering judgment, Justice Nwosu-Iheme held that the prosecution proved its case beyond reasonable doubt, affirming that Nwachukwu was responsible for the injuries and trauma that ultimately caused Osinachi's death.
The court ordered that Peter Nwachukwu be executed by hanging — a sentence that underscores the gravity of his crime and sends a strong message against domestic violence.
The judgment marks a historic moment in Nigeria’s fight against domestic abuse, with many rights activists hailing it as a step towards accountability and justice for victims of spousal violence.
More details to follow as this story develops.