The Yobe State police command has confirmed the arrest of one Baari Bacha who allegedly cut off his wife’s hand over a marital misunderstanding.
The 22-year-old man, a resident of Damaturu in Yobe State was said to have committed the act after his wife, Halima Bulama disobeyed his order not to attend her friend’s wedding.
Confirming his arrest, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Yobe State Command, Dungus Abdulkarim, said in a statement that Bacha became furious after a heated argument with his wife, and then macheted his wife and chopped off her hand.
“Preliminary investigation revealed that on April 14, the victim, Halima Bulama (20), sought permission from her husband to attend an event. But, he refused to grant her request and she left for the event after the husband had gone out.
“When he came back, he asked of her whereabouts and was told that she had gone for the event
“He went to look for her in the neighborhood and couldn’t find her there.
“He proceeded to her parent’s house and found her there,” he stated.
The PPRO also disclosed that the victim is currently receiving treatment in the hospital and the suspect will be charged to court after investigation is completed.