Alleged Blasphemy: Woman Lynched, Set Ablaze in Niger

Residents of Kasuwan-Garba town in Mariga Local Government Area of Niger State on Saturday lynched and burnt a woman, identified as Amaye, over alleged blasphemous remarks against Prophet Muhammad.

Amaye, a food vendor, reportedly made the comments at her restaurant after a customer jokingly expressed interest in marrying her, referencing the Prophet’s tradition.

A source said she was first taken to the palace of the District Head, who handed her over to security operatives for investigation. However, the mob overpowered the security team, lynched her, and set her body ablaze.

Confirming the incident, Chairman of Mariga LGA, Abbas Adamu Kasuwan-Garba, said calm had been restored to the area.

The Niger State Police Command also confirmed the killing. Spokesperson SP Wasiu Abiodun stated:

“On 30/8/2025, at about 2pm, report received indicated that one Amaye of Kasuwan-Garba made some comments against the Islamic prophet. Unfortunately, it led to a mob attack and she was set ablaze before the reinforcement of security teams. Efforts are ongoing to ensure arrests, investigation, and prosecution.”