A Nigerian Army officer, Lieutenant Samson Haruna, has died after his wife allegedly set him ablaze during a domestic dispute at the Wellington Bassey Barracks, Ibagwa, Abak Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State.
Security analyst Zagazola Makama, who reported the incident on X (formerly Twitter), said the tragedy occurred on September 22, 2025.
According to him, the deceased officer, who was also a medical doctor and served as the Regimental Medical Officer (RMO) with the 6 Battalion, had an argument with his wife, Mrs. Samson Haruna, which turned violent.
“The officer sustained severe burns and was immediately stabilised at the Military Reference Section (MRS) in the barracks before being evacuated to the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital for further management,” the source said.
Haruna later died from the injuries despite the efforts of medical personnel to save his life.
Makama added that the suspect has been arrested and remains in custody as investigations into the incident continue.