A tragic case of alleged intimate partner violence has shaken the community of Sapele in Delta State following the reported killing of Nigerian lady Excel Ukeredi Peace.
According to early reports shared by human rights advocate Harrison Gwamnishu, Excel was allegedly murdered last week Thursday by her baby daddy, who is currently being held at the Sapele Police Station.
The circumstances surrounding her death have drawn widespread attention, especially as details emerge suggesting Excel had wanted to leave the relationship but was pressured to remain.
In a now-viral post, Gwamnishu disclosed that Excel’s final communications indicated a clear intent to exit the relationship. Despite her decision, she reportedly remained in the situation due to pressure, possibly from emotional manipulation or external family influence, to continue trying to make the relationship work.
Not long after, she was found dead under circumstances now being treated as suspicious and criminal.
The suspect, who shares a child with Excel, is being detained while investigations continue. However, the case has sparked serious concern from the deceased’s family and civil society observers who fear that justice may be obstructed.
The family has publicly alleged that the suspect is making moves to bribe his way out of custody, prompting urgent calls for transparency and a thorough, independent investigation. They have appealed directly to the Delta State Police Command, urging that no effort be spared in ensuring justice is served.
Video showing her lifeless body was shared, and screenshots of the WhatsApp messages she sent to her baby daddy before her death were made public.
Sharing the clip and screenshots, Harrison Gwamnishu wrote via Instagram;
“HER LAST MESSAGE BEFORE SHE PASSED ON 😭
“Last week Thursday, Excel Ukeredi Peace was allegedly killed by her baby daddy, who is currently being detained at Sapele Police Station, Delta State.
“From the available evidence, it appears that Excel had wanted to end the relationship but was pressured to stay and ensure it.
“The family is calling on the Delta State Police Command to conduct a thorough investigation and ensure that justice is served, as there are allegations that the suspect is attempting to bribe his way out.”
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