A group, Women-led Civil Society Network (WOLNY) has demanded justice for  a civil servant, Ammi Ibrahim, who was murdered in Yobe.

The group in a statement signed by its chairwoman, Altine Ibrahim, on Monday called on the police to investigate the murder and ensure speedy justice.

Ms Ibrahim was murdered on January 4 in bed beside her husband, Abubakar Musa, at their residence in Damaturu.

Meanwhile, the police have arrested and detained Mr Musa, 43, in connection with the death.

“WOLNY was informed of the tragic incident that occurred and we are deeply troubled by the details surrounding the death of Ammi Adamu, who is a volunteer in one of our member organisations.

“It is indeed a cause for grave concern if a woman is not safe even while asleep on her own bed and with her husband, who in our society is seen as a roof and major source of protection for the family,” she said.

Ms Ibrahim noted with dismay the concerns expressed by several women over increasing cases of gender-based violence in Yobe.

She called on the government and security agencies to protect women.

Ms Ibrahim commended the police for their swift response. But charged them to leave no stone unturned in ensuring that the brains behind the death is prosecuted.

“It is crucial that such atrocities are brought to the forefront to prevent further occurrences and to protect the rights and well-being of women in our society,” she said.

(NAN)