A Nigerian Army officer, Lieutenant Samson Haruna, has been confirmed dead after sustaining severe burns when his wife allegedly set him ablaze during a domestic dispute at the Wellington Bassey Barracks, Ibagwa, Abak Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State.
The tragic incident reportedly occurred on September 22, 2025, during a heated quarrel between the couple. Sources told PLATFORM TIMES that Mrs. Haruna, in a fit of rage, allegedly poured petrol on her husband and set him on fire.