BREAKING: Nasarawa Justice Ministry Moves to Execute Gospel Singer Convicted of Murder!

Reported by Marian Opeyemi Fasesan | Sele Media Africa

The Nasarawa State Ministry of Justice has reportedly begun preparations to execute Timileyin Ajayi, a gospel singer who was earlier convicted and sentenced to death by hanging for the murder of Salome Adaidu. [1]

What We Know

• In June 2025, a High Court in Lafia found Ajayi guilty of culpable homicide under Section 221 of the Penal Code of Northern Nigeria and sentenced him to death by hanging. [1]
• The case arose from the gruesome killing and dismemberment of Salome Adaidu, a 24-year-old NYSC member, whose severed head was reportedly found in a polythene bag. [2]
• The Nasarawa State Attorney General has vowed to see justice served and indicated that the state will prosecute the matter fully. [3] Legal & Human Rights Concerns
• The movement to execute Ajayi before considering any pending appeals or clemency petitions could draw scrutiny from human rights observers.
• Death penalty cases in Nigeria are often controversial, especially regarding due process, potential for miscarriage of justice, and international norms.
• If carried out, this execution would be one of the rare instances in recent Nigerian history where a high-profile convict is put to death under the state’s authority.

Citations:

1. TheCable: www.thecable.ng/just-in-court-sentences-gospel-singer-ajayi-to-death-for-murder-of-girlfriend/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. TheCable Lifestyle: lifestyle.thecable.ng/gospel-singer-ajayi-arraigned-for-homicide-remanded-in-prison/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3. The Sun: thesun.ng/nasarawa-ag-vows-justice-for-slain-nysc-member-in-murder-case/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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Marian Opeyemi Fasesan

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