Tragedy as newly sworn-in lawyer, Barrister Temi Odu, reportedly strangled to death by her husband, with details emerging online.
According to a series of Instagram posts by Toniabruisebutnotbroken, the tragic incident occurred on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.
...s revealed that Barrister Temi Odu was a newly admitted lawyer who had recently been called to the Nigerian Bar during the Call to Bar ceremony in Abuja and fell victim to extreme violence.
Details Of The Tragedy
According to Toniabruisebutnotbroken, the lawyer was strangled to death by her husband, Christopher Odu, in the presence of their son.
However, despite the severity of the crime, he was released by security operatives.
Meanwhile, the family of the deceased has been informed that Mr. Odu plans to bury the body hastily.
Toniabruisebutnotbroken shared that her husband subjected her to physical abuse for over two decades.
Prior to her tragic passing, Barrister Odu was the family’s breadwinner and had built their home, leaving behind three sons whom she
... expressed deep concern over the security operatives’ actions, suggesting they reflect a troubling indifference to domestic violence and femicide.
Additionally, the posts demanded the rearrest of Christopher Odu, the deceased lawyer’s husband, the postponement of funeral arrangements.
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