Man commits suicide after quarrel with wife in Anambra

A 47-year-old man, Samuel Nweke, has committed suicide after falling out with his wife.



The incident took place in Awada, Idemili North Local Government Area of Anambra State.

The Nation gathered that Nweke’s wife left their home on February 25 following the disagreement, a development which probably triggered the suicide.

A suicide note was found by his body.

Police spokesman Haruna Mohammed said Nweke’s relatives have removed his body.

Commissioner of Police John Abang has ordered an investigation into the incudent, Mohammed said.

“Police detectives attached to Awada division visited the scene, cordoned off the area and photographed the victim after he was confirmed dead by a medical doctor,” the spokesman said.

“No marks of violence were seen on the victim’s body.”