Police in Oyo State have arrested a man identified as Lawal Faruq for allegedly setting his former girlfriend on fire at the Mami Market inside Odogbo Barracks, Ibadan.
The victim, Omolola Hassan, was reportedly doused with petrol and set ablaze by the suspect following a dispute over the end of their relationship.
Eyewitnesses said military personnel at the barracks quickly intervened, putting out the flames before rushing the victim to Yawiri Hospital, Akobo, for urgent medical attention.
According to preliminary reports, the suspect claimed that he and the victim had previously taken an oath never to separate, which he said led to his violent reaction when their relationship ended.
Authorities confirmed that Faruq is currently in custody, while investigations into the incident are ongoing.
Source:Africa Publicity
