Jigawa Woman, 40, Sets Herself on Fire

The police in Jigawa State have confirmed that a 40-year-old woman, Fatsuma Bagobiri, from Garin Mallam village in Guri Local Government Area, set herself on fire.

The State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Lawan Shiisu Adam, confirmed that the incident happened on Thursday morning, and officers from the Guri Divisional Police Headquarters promptly intervened.

He stated that the charred body of the woman was taken to the hospital and later released to the family for burial.

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Preliminary investigations show that the deceased had been experiencing depression since her divorce a few months ago.

The Jigawa State Commissioner of Police, CP AT Abdullahi, urged citizens to pray for blessings and seek guidance from appropriate quarters.

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