A domestic quarrel over a miniskirt has tragically resulted in the d3ath of a man in Faram Faram village, located in the Fufore Local Government Area of Adamawa State.
Reports say the incident occurred on the night of June 13, 2024, when Patrick John returned home from a drinking joint.
He found his pregnant wife, Maryam, wearing a miniskirt—a piece of clothing he had previously warned her against wearing. This sight triggered a heated argument between the couple.
According to the reports, the argument escalated when Patrick allegedly held Maryam by the neck. In response, Maryam struggled and cried out, attracting the attention of their neighbors.
The neighbors intervened and separated the couple. However, Patrick reportedly returned later and resumed his attack on Maryam.
In an attempt to defend herself, Maryam picked up a hoe and struck Patrick on the forehead. Patrick was rushed to the hospital but sadly succumbed to his injuries.
Maryam has been arraigned in court on charges of culpable homicide. During her hearing at the Chief Magistrate Court 2 in Yola, presided over by Magistrate Musa Alhaji Adamu, Maryam pleaded guilty but claimed she acted in self-defense.
The judge ordered her remand and adjourned the case to July 10, 2024.