Man Takes His Own Life After Struggling With Financial Hardship And Suspicions Of Wife’s Infidelity In Nasarawa

The tragic incident occurred on Monday, September 9, 2024, when Magaji, a father of three, was found hanging from a rope inside a classroom at Crystal School in Masaka.

According to a social media post, Gabriel allegedly discovered that his wife had been involved in extramarital affairs with his friends in exchange for money. This was reportedly due to his inability to provide for the family amidst the economic challenges gripping the country.

“When he confronted his wife, she admitted to it, explaining that she only did so because he could no longer support the household,” the post claimed.

The wife allegedly revealed that her husband’s friends would give her money after sleeping with her, and she used this money to buy food for the family, including for her husband and their three children.

In addition, a local named Dan Alheri shared that Gabriel was deeply distressed after learning that his friends were attempting to pursue his wife.

The spokesperson for the Nasarawa State Police Command, DSP Nansel Ramhan, confirmed the incident to journalists on Wednesday, September 11.

“A report was made by a staff member of Crystal School Masaka around 7 a.m. on Monday, stating that an unidentified man was found hanging in one of the classrooms,” DSP Nansel explained.

Police officers, led by the Divisional Police Officer (DPO), responded to the scene. The deceased was taken to General Hospital Mararaba, where a doctor confirmed his death. The body was subsequently placed in the morgue.

DSP Nansel also noted that no suicide note was found, and the police have initiated an investigation to determine the true cause of Magaji’s death.

He added that while there are allegations that the suicide may be linked to suspicions of infidelity, the police have not yet confirmed this claim.