By Favour Ulebor :
Minister of Women Affairs, ImaanSulaiman-Ibrahim, has condemned the brutal murder of 24-year-old Salome Adaidu, allegedly by her estranged lover in Karu, Nasarawa State.
Until her tragic death, Salome, a member of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), was serving at Nicon Insurance, Abuja.
The minister, in a statement issued on Tuesday by her Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Jonathan Eze, expressed deep shock over the incident and demanded swift justice for the deceased and her grieving family.
In her statement, Imaan described the killing as “senseless and brutish,” stressing that such an act has no place in a civilised society.
She called for urgent action to safeguard women and girls across the country.
“As a mother, I have not been able to come to terms with the senseless killing and dismembering of the body of a promising lady, Miss Salome Adaidu.
“It is high time parents and Nigerian communities take ownership of the safety and protection of women, girls, and children. See something and say something. We cannot continue like this,” she said.
The minister also emphasised that the right to life is a fundamental human right that must be respected and protected at all times.
She urged law enforcement authorities to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Salome’s death and ensure that the perpetrator is brought to justice.
Imaan reaffirmed the ministry’s commitment to supporting Salome’s family through this difficult time and reiterated her call for an end to violence against women and girls in the country.
“We assure the family that we will do everything in our power to ensure that justice is served,” the statement read.
The minister further appealed to Nigerians to unite in condemning the killing and to work collectively towards creating a society where women and girls can live free from violence and abuse.
“I extend my deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the victim. No one deserves to lose their life, especially young women and girls who have their entire future ahead of them,” she added.
