Tragedy has hit the Nigerian Army following the death of Lieutenant Samson Haruna, who reportedly lost his life after a heated confrontation with his wife, Rehty.
The heartbreaking incident occurred on September 22, 2025, at the couple’s residence in Akwa Ibom State.
According to reports, the couple — who had only recently married on April 20, 2025 — got into a serious disagreement whose cause remains unclear. In the midst of the altercation, things took a devastating turn when Rehty allegedly poured petrol on her husband and set him ablaze.
Lieutenant Haruna’s untimely death has sparked shock and grief both within the military community and among the public, with many expressing disbelief over how a marital dispute ended in such a tragic loss.