Army Officer Dies After Wife Allegedly Sets Him Ablaze During Domestic Dispute In Akwa Ibom

A Nigerian Army officer, Lieutenant Samson Haruna, has died after sustaining severe burns allegedly inflicted by his wife during a domestic dispute at Wellington Bassey Barracks in Ibagwa, Abak Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State.

According to security analyst Zagazola Makama, the tragic incident occurred on September 22, 2025.

Lt. Haruna, who also served as a medical doctor and Regimental Medical Officer (RMO) with the 6 Battalion, reportedly had a heated argument with his wife, Mrs. Samson Haruna. The confrontation allegedly escalated when she doused him with petrol and set him ablaze.

Sources said, “The officer sustained severe burns and was immediately stabilised at the Military Reference Section (MRS) within the barracks before being evacuated to the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital for further treatment.”

Despite efforts by medical personnel to save him, Lt. Haruna succumbed to his injuries.

Authorities confirmed that the suspect has been arrested and is currently in custody as investigations into the disturbing incident continue.