(DDM) – The controversy surrounding the death of Delta State Governor’s Special Adviser on Trade and Export, Shimite Love, has taken a dramatic turn as medical reports cleared her husband, Dr. David Love, of allegations of poisoning.
Diaspora Digital Media (DDM) gathered that Shimite, a prominent figure in Governor Sheriff Oborevwori’s cabinet and well-regarded for her work in trade promotion, passed away suddenly on April 21, 2025. Her unexpected demise triggered widespread speculation and accusations of foul play, with fingers initially pointed at her husband.
Dr. Love, however, has now broken his silence, insisting that both autopsy and toxicology reports confirmed hypertension as the cause of death, not poisoning. According to him, his late wife had a history of high blood pressure, which worsened in the days before her passing.
“She complained of chest and stomach pains before collapsing at home,” he explained. “Despite medical intervention, she did not survive. The reports prove it was long-term hypertension.”
Family feud escalates
Beyond the medical revelations, the tragedy has fueled bitter family disputes. Dr. Love accused his in-laws of tarnishing his name and defaming him in public. He further alleged that his wife’s burial was conducted without his consent, describing it as an “illegal act” that violated his rights as her husband.
The grieving widower also raised concern about custody of their four-year-old daughter, demanding that the child be returned to him. He insisted that the ongoing family quarrels are compounding his grief and overshadowing the truth about his wife’s passing.
Demand for police action
Dr. Love has also petitioned the Inspector General of Police, urging authorities to release his late wife’s mobile phone to aid investigations. He maintains that the device could hold vital evidence to clear lingering suspicions and silence false narratives circulating in both mainstream and social media.
Background on Shimite Love
The late Shimite Love was a respected technocrat and politician, widely known for her role in advancing Delta’s trade and export agenda. Her death sent shockwaves through government circles and the business community, with colleagues describing her as “dedicated, brilliant, and deeply committed to economic empowerment.”
Governor Oborevwori’s office had earlier issued a statement mourning her passing and praising her contributions to the state’s development.
Broader implications
The case underscores how sudden high-profile deaths in Nigeria often ignite suspicion, rumours, and accusations. Analysts note that in a country where trust in institutions is weak, autopsy results and official investigations are frequently contested by grieving families and the public.
For Dr. Love, however, the medical findings offer vindication, though the scars of public scrutiny and private family battles remain.
As the custody battle and family dispute continue, many observers urge both sides to prioritise the welfare of the young child left behind.
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