Monday, October 13, 2025 - A heavily pregnant widow accused of shoplifting has been banished from Ugbema community in Buruku Local Government Area of Benue State.
It was gathered that community elders reportedly ordered the
expulsion of the woman who recently lost her husband.
According to eyewitnesses, the woman had allegedly been
stealing small items from shops to feed herself, her young son, and her unborn
baby.
Her luck ran out on Saturday, October 10, 2025 when local
youths apprehended her and subjected her to public punishment under the
scorching sun.
Sources claim that community elders later directed the
youths to escort her out of the area as punishment for her actions.
Many residents have condemned the action, stressing that the
woman needs assistance, not humiliation, given her condition.
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