Man Allegedly Commits Suicide in Imo State Over Wife’s Suspected Affair, Found Hanging in Rival’s Compound
The Lawa community in Ogbaku, situated within the Mbaitoli Local Government Area of Imo State, was thrown into deep sorrow and disbelief on Sunday, August 3, 2025, following the tragic death of a man identified as Reginald, who allegedly took his own life over suspicions of his wife’s infidelity.
According to eyewitness accounts and local sources, Reginald’s lifeless body was discovered hanging from a tree early that morning—shockingly, not in his own compound, but within the premises of another man named Ukachukwu, who is widely believed by villagers to have been involved in an extramarital relationship with Reginald’s wife.
The disturbing scene drew a crowd of stunned residents, many of whom were visibly shaken and unable to comprehend the gravity of what had happened. The incident has since sparked widespread condemnation and emotional reactions across the community, with villagers describing the act as both shocking and unprecedented in the town’s history.
Reports suggest that prior to the tragedy, Reginald had repeatedly expressed concern and distress over what he perceived as an inappropriate and possibly romantic relationship between his wife and Ukachukwu. Despite his persistent complaints, his wife allegedly dismissed his claims, leaving Reginald feeling ignored and emotionally broken.
A resident of the community, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, said the signs of Reginald’s emotional turmoil had been visible for some time.
“He had complained several times about his wife and Ukachukwu. It was clear he was disturbed by what he suspected, but no one imagined it would push him to this extreme. We were shocked to wake up this morning and find his body hanging in Ukachukwu’s compound. This is something we’ve never witnessed before in our community, and it has left us in total confusion,” the villager recounted.
At the time of this report, there has been no official statement from local police authorities regarding the incident. However, residents are calling for a full investigation to uncover the events that led to the tragic death and to determine whether foul play may have been involved.
As the community mourns, many are also urging for greater awareness and support for mental health and emotional well-being, stressing the importance of addressing domestic and relational conflicts through peaceful and constructive dialogue.