Teacher allegedly sets wife ablaze in Kogi

The suspect allegedly poured petrol on his wife and set her ablaze during a domestic dispute in Lokoja.

A man has been arrested in Kogi for setting his wife ablaze after a domestic dispute over burnt clothes. The victim is receiving treatment.

By Boluwaji Obahopo The Kogi State Police Command has arrested a man, identified as Jacob Irewa, for allegedly setting his wife, Berida Irawo, ablaze following a domestic disagreement at Oworo Estate, Felele, Lokoja. The incident reportedly occurred on Friday, August 14, 2026, at about 8:30 p.m. The command’s Police Pu