Ogun Police Detain Husband Over Wife’s Death in House Fire

A 56-year-old man, Madarikan Emehinola, has been arrested by the Ogun State Police Command following the death of his 40-year-old wife, Igbagbo Erobe, in a house fire in the Igbo-Edu area.

The police disclosed the arrest in a statement issued by DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi, the Police Public Relations Officer, on Sunday.

The incident was reported at the Abigi Divisional Police Headquarters after information emerged about a house fire that led to the woman's death.

Emehinola is currently being held in connection with the suspected arson, as investigations continue to determine the circumstances of the incident.

The Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, assured the public that the case would be handled professionally and in line with legal procedures.

The police also encouraged residents to report any suspicious activities and provide reliable information to aid in the investigation and prevent crime.