A disturbing incident has sparked outrage online after a man was reportedly apprehended in the Adeje community of Delta State for allegedly k!lling his infant son.

According to claims circulating on social media, the man allegedly said the child “ate too much.”

A viral video shared online showed the suspect holding the lifeless body of the child while surrounded by angry residents. His swollen face appeared to suggest he may have been beaten by locals before authorities intervened.

A woman believed to be the child’s mother was also seen in the footage narrating what allegedly happened, while community members reacted emotionally in the background. The individuals in the video were reportedly speaking in their local language.

The incident has triggered widespread condemnation online, with many users calling for a thorough investigation and justice for the child.