Wife Pushes Husband To His Death Over Phone Conversation With 'Girlfriend'

The Kano State police command yesterday said it has arrested a housewife, Rashida Muhammad, in Dorayi Quarters for allegedly pushing her husband to his death on a stairs.

The command’s Public Relations Officer (PPRO), DSP Abdullahi Haruna, who confirmed the incident to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) said the incident occurred on February 25, at about 8:00p.m.

He said that Rashida, who suspected her husband, Adamu Ali, was having a phone conversation in the room with his girlfriend, engaged him in a fight.

Haruna stated that a fight had ensued when the wife attempted to snatch the phone from her husband.

The PPRO alleged that Rashida pushed her husband during a struggle from the stairs, leading to his death. Haruna, who said the victim was confirmed dead at the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, added that the command has commenced investigation in the matter.

He said the suspect would be charged to court after investigation into the matter is completed.