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A 50-year-old man, Modu Isa, is currently receiving medical treatment after a harrowing act of self harm in Hausari Ward, Bama Local Government Area. The shocking incident, which occurred on Friday evening, was confirmed by Zagazola Makama, a security analyst, via a post on his X handle at the weekend.
According to eyewitness accounts, Isa stabbed himself three times in the stomach before cutting his own penis with a knife. The extreme act was reportedly triggered by his former wife, Bayanxe Modu from Konduga, refusing to return to him despite his pleas for reconciliation. Sources revealed that the couple had previously divorced three times, with Isa desperately seeking a reunion before resorting to self violence.
Residents immediately intervened, rushing Isa to Bama General Hospital, where he is currently responding to treatment. Police authorities swiftly arrived at the scene, securing the knife used in the incident as evidence.
“The case has been transferred to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) in Maiduguri for further inquiry,” Makama stated.
While the exact circumstances leading to the drastic act remain under investigation, the incident highlights deep seated emotional distress and possible mental health challenges in marital disputes. Community leaders have called for increased psychosocial support services to prevent such tragedies in the future.
Authorities are expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the matter, including statements from family members and the ex-wife, to examine the full context of the incident.