A married man in Nigeria has lost his life after he reportedly set himself alongside his side chic on fire in the Inikpi community of Benue state.

According to reports by local publication, LailasNews, the incident occurred around 6:30pm on Saturday November 14 and the reason why the man committed the act is yet to be unraveled.

While the man died almost immediately, the lady who was burnt beyond recognition was rushed to the hospital by authorities.

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Married man sets himself and side chic ablaze in Inikpi community of Benue state.

The man died almost immediately but the lady was burnt beyond recognition was rushed to the hospital by FRSC officials.

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