A shoemaker in Abia State set his home ablaze, killing his wife and baby, allegedly due to hardship and suspected infidelity. He was found dead the next day under unclear circumstances.
- Udokwukwu, a shoemaker in Osisioma, was reportedly frustrated by poverty and marital issues.
- He allegedly poured fuel in his apartment and set it on fire while his family slept.
- His wife Mary and their baby died in the fire; he was found dead the following day
Neighbours say Udokwukwu struggled to feed his family and may have snapped after a confrontation over money. His wife’s visit to his shop for feeding money reportedly escalated tensions. The community remains in shock, mourning the tragic end of a young family.
With Nigeria’s rising cost of living and fragile mental health support, how do we prevent family tragedies like this? Policymakers, mental health advocates, and local leaders must ask hard questions and act fast.
