A 39-year-old woman named Lilian Nwarache tragically died after consuming insecticide in Lagos. The incident took place in the Iwaya area of Lagos State. Nwarache had been suffering from a prolonged illness and had been seeking a cure in a church in Iwaya. However, she became frustrated with her condition and consumed a full bottle of insecticide on November 3, 2023.
According to reports, Nwarache allegedly attempted to jump into a canal after ingesting the insecticide, but she was prevented by passers-by. She was then rushed to a hospital, where a doctor confirmed her death.
The Lagos State Police Command has confirmed the incident and stated that it was reported at the Sabo police station on Friday, around 2 pm. During their investigation, the police found three passports belonging to the deceased, as well as her Samsung phone, in her bag.
Efforts are currently underway to contact Nwarache’s family members, and her body has been deposited at the Lagos Mainland Hospital Mortuary for an autopsy. Preliminary investigations are also in progress.