Tragedy struck in Bama, Borno State, when a 50-year-old man, Modu Isa, reportedly attempted to take his own life by stabbing himself in the stomach and cutting off his genitals following a marital dispute.

‎The incident, DECENCY GLOBAL NEWS gathered occurred in Hausari Ward, was disclosed on Saturday by security analyst and counter-insurgency expert, Zagazola Makama, via his X handle.

‎Residents said Isa took the drastic step after his estranged wife, Bayanxe Modu, allegedly refused to return to their marriage.

‎“He said if his wife could not have him, then no one should,” a neighbour told reporters.

‎Isa was rushed to the General Hospital, Bama, where medical personnel performed an emergency operation to save his life and reattach his severed organ.

‎The bizarre episode has sparked mixed reactions in the community, with some residents expressing sympathy while others described the act as shocking and incomprehensible.

‎Meanwhile, security sources revealed that the case has been transferred to the Criminal Investigation Department in Maiduguri for further inquiry.

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