On June 17, 2025, Suleiman Muntari from Niger State set himself ablaze in Diga, Kano State. Witnesses said Muntari poured petrol on himself and lit a match, declaring he wanted to go to “Paradise.”
Locals believe he may have been under the influence of drugs, as he appeared disoriented and was shouting before the act.
“He was not in his right senses. You could smell something strong on him, and he was staggering and shouting strange things,” said Aisha Salisu, a resident.
As the incident unfolded, people nearby tried to intervene, but it was too late.
“People screamed and ran, some tried to pour water on him, but it was already too late,” Salisu added.
Some residents tried to save Muntari by dragging him into a nearby drainage filled with water, but the flames had already caused severe injuries.
“It was like a horror movie. Some young men tried to help by dragging him into the water, but the fire didn’t stop immediately. His skin was peeling,” said Ibrahim Jafar, a tricycle rider who witnessed the incident.
As of the time this report was filed, the state police command had not yet released an official statement regarding the incident.
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