Police Speak on Death of Delta State Governor’s Aide

Chief Shimite Bello Love, Special Adviser to Delta State Governor Sheriff Oborevwori on Trade and Export, has died under circumstances that remain unclear. She passed away in the early hours of Easter Monday after what sources described as a brief illness.

The Delta State Police Command has confirmed her death. In a statement to the press, Police Public Relations Officer SP Bright Edafe stated that Shimite was confirmed dead at the hospital where she was taken by her husband. He also clarified that her husband, Pastor David Favour Love, is currently in protective custody, not under arrest, amid reports that he was receiving threats from members of her family.

According to Edafe, “He was the one who called to report that his wife died early this morning and that he was receiving threats from her family, who feared he might be attacked. It was on this basis that we went to his house and brought him in for his own safety.”

However, Edafe noted that the police have since received a formal complaint from the late aide’s family, who allege that the husband may have had a role in her sudden death. “We are currently investigating. In situations like this, only an autopsy can determine whether the death was natural or due to other causes,” he said.

The police have assured the public that investigations are ongoing and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.