Outrage As Mother of Four Accused Of Adultery Stripped, Flogged, Banished from Delta Community

• This incident has elicited outrage and condemnation with various human rights organizations and activists calling for justice for Onyekpe and an end to such uncivilised and retrogressive practices

In Delta State, one Eunice Onyekpe has been subjected to a brutal, horrific and dehumanising treatment by her kindred over allegation adultery.

Onyekpe, a mother of four, was stripped naked, chained, and viciously flogged by rampaging local youths before being banished from her community.

The troubling and barbaric incident happened in Iselegu, located in Ndokwa East Local Government Area of the oil-rich State.

Social media influencer and renowned activist, Harrison Gwamnishu, confirmed repulsive and abhorrent incident.

He shared a video of the torture and dehumanization on Thursday, June 20, 2024.

According to Gwamnishu, Onyekpe’s husband accused her of infidelity and reported her to the youths in the community, which led to the violent act.

As reported by Linda Ikeji’s Blog, the victim persistently and vehemently denied the allegations of adultery but her refutation did forestall the unconscionable treatment meted out to her.

Despite her denial and plea of innocence, the community’s youths took laws into their hands and proceeded with the severe punishment, bringing once again to the front burner a grave issue of mob justice and human rights violations in the region.

This incident has elicited outrage and condemnation from various human rights organizations and activists, calling for justice for Onyekpe and an end to such uncivilised and retrogressive practices. The case underscores the urgent need for legal reforms and stronger protections for individuals, particularly women, in rural communities.

This deeply disturbing incident is a stark reminder of the ongoing struggles against gender-based violence and the importance of upholding human dignity and rights in all communities.