SaralnamaOn 25 Feb 2024, a mob burned a woman to death in Niger state, northern Nigeria. The victim, a food vendor named Amaye, was accused of blasphemy against Prophet Muhammad. Police say the incident started when a man jokingly proposed to her. Her response was seen as blasphemous by some people. The mob attacked before police could arrive. Police have condemned the killing as 'jungle justice' and started an investigation. They urge the public to stay calm and not take the law into their own hands. Blasphemy is a crime under Sharia law in 12 mainly Muslim states in northern Nigeria. At least two similar killings have occurred in the past three years. (Updated 1 Sep 2025, 18:02 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- On 25 Feb 2024 , a mob burned a woman to death in Niger state, northern Nigeria
- The victim, a food vendor named Amaye, was accused of blasphemy against Prophet Muhammad
- Police say the incident started when a man jokingly proposed to her