Young Man and Four Friends Die After Consuming Poisoned Pepper Soup Allegedly Made by Ex-Girlfriend
A young man and four of his friends reportedly lost their lives after consuming a bowl of pepper soup allegedly prepared by the man’s ex-girlfriend in Auchi, Edo State. The tragic incident took place on Saturday, October 26.
According to local sources, the young woman, identified only as Peculiar, allegedly laced the pepper soup with poison as an act of revenge following the end of her relationship with the young man. Unaware of the danger, he shared the meal with his friends, leading to the untimely death of all five men. While specific details remain unclear, Peculiar has since been taken into custody by the Nigerian army, and the case is under investigation.
The incident has sparked intense conversations on social media, raising awareness about the consequences of unresolved conflicts and the tragic outcomes of retaliatory actions. Community leaders and organizations are urging people to seek healthier ways to handle relationship breakups to avoid similar tragic events in the future.
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