A tragic family dispute over inheritance escalated to murder in Delta State, as a man identified as Austin allegedly killed his nephew, the sole heir of his late sister’s estate, on January 23, 2025. The High Court in Effurun, Uvwie Local Government Area, has since ordered Austin’s remand at the Nigerian Correctional Centre in Okere.
The Delta State Police Command formally charged Austin on March 4, 2025, following investigations into the incident. Human rights activist Comrade Israel Joe attended the court proceedings alongside the deceased’s pregnant widow, emphasizing the necessity for justice in this grievous matter.
This incident underscores the potential for familial conflicts over property to escalate into violence, highlighting the importance of legal avenues and mediation in resolving such disputes.
