Man commits suicide after pouring acid on his girlfriend

A domestic dispute in Lagos turned tragic when a 43-year-old man, Pere Faruk, allegedly poured acid on his girlfriend, Kemi Bashiru, and later died by suicide.

The incident occurred on June 30, 2025, at No. 8 Messy Street, Lagos Island.

Faruk poured acid on Bashiru during a domestic altercation, causing severe burns.

Bashiru was rushed to Lagos Island General Hospital for treatment.

Faruk was found unresponsive in his room with a bottle of Sniper insecticide nearby, suggesting he took his own life.

Police investigations are underway to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Faruk’s body was taken to a public mortuary for autopsy.

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