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Mummy Calm Down” Woman’s Husband Detained After Her Tragic Suicide

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6 months ago

November 9, 2023

Stella Charles Akupue

Tragedy Strikes: Husband of "Mummy Calm Down" Woman Detained Following Her Suicide

In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the husband of Toluige Olokoobi, the mother of Oreofeoluwa Lawal-Babalola, the little boy who gained fame through the viral “mummy be calming down” video, has been detained by the Nigeria Police Force. This devastating news was confirmed in a telephone conversation with Chidi Nwabuzor, the spokesperson for the Edo State police command.

Toluige Olokoobi, the woman behind the famous video, reportedly took her own life on Wednesday, leaving behind her husband and three children. The husband is currently in custody at the homicide section of the Edo State Command pending further investigation into the tragic matter.

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The incident unfolded in Benin City, the capital of Edo State. An individual with the handle Samuel@sammydo214 shared the sad news on social media, revealing that he was at the scene on Monday afternoon, November 6. According to the post, the woman ended her life without reaching out to anyone about her struggles.

Tragedy Unfolds: Husband of “Mummy Calm Down” Woman Detained After Her Devastating Suicide

In 2020, the viral “Mummy Calm Down” video captivated social media users, featuring a little boy on his knees pleading with his mother to “calm down” after inadvertently upsetting her. The heartwarming video showcased the four-year-old boy tearfully urging his mother to take a moment and rest before taking any disciplinary action.

The recent turn of events has cast a shadow over the family, with the detained husband now facing the aftermath of his wife’s tragic suicide. As investigations unfold, the community and social media grapple with the shock and sorrow surrounding this unfortunate incident.