The brutal rape and death of Adekolore Idowu Glory, a recent UNIBEN graduate, in Benin City has sparked nationwide outrage. Her family demands justice as the community mourns her tragic loss. Authorities are urged to investigate, while support pours in for the grieving family.
Adekolore Idowu Glory, a 22-year-old recent graduate of the University of Benin (UNIBEN), tragically lost her life to a brutal rape incident in Iyowa Community, Benin City on June 13. According to reports, she was attacked and assaulted by unknown assailants while returning home from school, where she had gone to process her clearance after graduating in April.
Glory's body was discovered near her residence, prompting her family to seek justice. Her brother took to social media to plead for assistance and called on the police to investigate the circumstances surrounding her death.
"Justice for my younger sister Adekolore Idowu Glory, who was raped and killed in Iyowa Community, Benin Edo State on her way back from school (UNIBEN)," the emotional plea read. It described how she was assaulted, and her lifeless body was found close to her mother's home. The family, devastated by the loss, emphasized the need for justice as they processed her tragic passing.
As of the latest updates, the Edo State Police Command has not issued an official statement regarding the incident. The community and online platforms have rallied in support of the family, demanding justice for Glory and expressing outrage over the heinous crime that cut short her promising life.
