In the midst of sorrow and unresolved issues, the family of 24-year-old Salome Eleojo Adaidu, who was brutally mu@r''dered in Abuja by gospel musician Timileyin Ajayi, is demanding justice. On January 12, 2025, Salome, a Kogi State University graduate and soon-to-be NYSC member, was discovered dismembered in the Orozo town, close to Nasarawa State.
Family Denies Romantic Links
Salome's family and close friends strongly disputed any contact between them, even though Ajayi claimed to have a love relationship with her. Salome had gone home to meet a friend named Maxwell prior to her untimely death, according to her older sister Patience Adaidu, who recalled, "We've never heard of or seen this man."
Horrible Information Revealed
Salome's body was found mutilated, with her head and limbs severed. The crime was discovered, when a motorbike rider noticed blood trickling from Ajayi's backpack and raised the alarm. According to witnesses, Ajayi tried to conceal the crime by bribing authorities with N100 million.
Police Investigation Stalled
The family was upset that Orozo Police Station, where the crime was first reported, had not provided any information. Despite accompanying police to the suspect's home, Patience disclosed that she has not been permitted to speak with him or obtain specific details regarding the inquiry.
Community Outcry and Support
Supporters, including close friend Abigail Simon, have joined the family in calling for justice. Salome and the suspect did not have a romantic relationship, according to social media individuals who claimed to know her.
As they look for answers and accountability for Salome's horrific mu@r;;;der, the family—who are still in sorrow for the passing of their father in 2024—faces severe emotional pain. They urge Nigerians and the government to make sure justice is served and the case is not suppressed.