Tragic Incident in Benue State: Man Takes Own Life After Selling Land to Multiple Buyers
In a deeply tragic event, a middle-aged man named Tartor Ayihe from Ayihe community in Makurdi, Benue State, Nigeria, took his own life after a land sale controversy. The incident occurred on Wednesday evening, January 15, 2025, when Ayihe reportedly ingested a poisonous substance following a crisis that erupted over his fraudulent sale of a plot of land to three different buyers.
According to sources within the community, the deceased had sold the same piece of land to three individuals, leading to a significant dispute. The community leaders, upon discovering the fraudulent activity, summoned Ayihe to a meeting to address the issue. During the meeting, Ayihe excused himself under the pretext of retrieving something from his residence. Instead, he visited several provision shops to purchase the poisonous substance, which he then consumed after switching off his phone.
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When Ayihe failed to return to the meeting, the community leaders sent people to his house, where they discovered his lifeless body alongside the empty bottle of the poisonous substance. He was immediately rushed to an undisclosed hospital but was pronounced dead on arrival.
The Benue State Police Command confirmed the incident, with Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), CSP Catherine Anene, stating that operatives have been dispatched to investigate the matter. This tragic event has left the community in shock and mourning, highlighting the severe consequences of fraudulent activities and the importance of addressing mental health issues.
Our thoughts are with the affected family and the entire community during this difficult time. It is crucial for authorities to take necessary measures to prevent such incidents and ensure justice for the victims of fraudulent activities.
