Mr. Sunday Echeji, accused of severing his wife’s hand in a shocking act of domestic violence, has been arraigned before the Chief Magistrate Court 1 in Enugu.
Echeji, who appeared in court on Friday, January 31, 2025, faces charges of attempted murder under Section 275, Subsection A of the Criminal Code CAP 30, Vol. 1 Reversed Laws of Enugu State, 2024.
The brutal attack, which took place in Ugwuogede village, Ibagwa-Agu, Nsukka Local Government Area, has sparked widespread outrage across the state. Due to the gravity of the charges, the court transferred the case to the State Department of Public Prosecution, citing lack of jurisdiction.
Echeji has been remanded in the Enugu State Correctional Centre while awaiting trial at the state High Court, as confirmed by a statement from the office of the First Lady of Enugu State, Mrs. Nkechinyere Mbah.
In the statement, the First Lady emphasized her commitment to ending violence against women, saying, “This kind of violence will not be tolerated in our state. We will ensure that justice is served. Let this be a warning to anyone contemplating such barbaric acts—justice will be swift and firm under this administration.”
The Enugu State Government remains dedicated to protecting women and girls, strengthening legal frameworks, and supporting survivors of domestic violence. Collaborative efforts from civil society groups and law enforcement are helping to set a strong precedent in the fight against violence.
