A chilling incident has rocked a community in Akwa Ibom as a young man, reportedly a dry cleaner and native of the state, allegedly murdered his girlfriend—known only as "Goodnews"—because Opay loaned her ₦500,000 to start her POS business.
The body of the deceased was discovered in a swampy area within the neighborhood, heightening fears among residents.
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The suspect remains unnamed, identified only as an Akwa Ibom man who runs a dry-cleaning business.
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The victim, referred to as Goodnews, had obtained a ₦500,000 loan from Opay to invest in her POS entrepreneurial venture.
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It is alleged that the suspect, along with his friends, murdered her and disposed of her body in a swamp near where they lived.
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The motive, as reported by neighbors and community sources, was directly tied to the loan and business funds that the victim received.
Although police have not yet confirmed arrests related to this case, they are reportedly investigating a missing person report and have been alerted to the presence of female remains in a nearby swamp. As of now, the suspected killer's identity remains unconfirmed, but law enforcement focus has shifted to tracing connections in the Akwa Ibom area.
There are strong calls within the community urging swift arrests and closure. Many residents fear this may not be an isolated incident, and they demand more protection for vulnerable individuals—particularly women involved in entrepreneurial pursuits.
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