Vulcaniser Arrested for Allegedly Setting Girlfriend on Fire in Abuja

• Saheed Ganiyu claims the fire that burned his girlfriend was an accident.
• He denies intent, expressing deep love for Esther and regret over the incident.
• Esther remains in critical condition, with police investigating the matter.

A 47-year-old vulcaniser, Saheed Ganiyu, has been detained by the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command in Abuja for allegedly setting his 32-year-old girlfriend, Esther, on fire during a heated argument.

EKO HOT BLOG re6gathered that Ganiyu allegedly poured petrol on Esther and ignited it with a lighter. However, the suspect denies this, claiming the fire was accidental, caused by petrol dripping onto Esther’s dress during a struggle while he attempted to stop her from drinking alcohol.

Esther is currently in critical condition at the National Hospital, Abuja, with severe burns, while Ganiyu, who was beaten by an angry mob, is also recovering from injuries sustained during the altercation.

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On December 29, 2024, a distress call alerted the police to the incident at Jabi Motor Park. Upon arrival, officers found Esther severely burned and the suspect beaten to a stupor. Both were taken to the hospital for treatment. Police investigations revealed that a heated argument escalated into a physical struggle, during which the fire broke out.

In his defense, Ganiyu claimed he loved Esther deeply and insisted the incident was unintentional. He alleged that her addiction to alcohol had caused tension in their relationship, and the fire resulted from spilled petrol while trying to stop her from drinking.

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Esther’s family is grappling with the costs of her treatment, with her uncle, a retired Nigerian Army officer, stating that she had returned to Abuja earlier in the year seeking prayers to turn her life around. He noted that the suspect had not contributed financially to her medical care.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Olatunji Disu, advised the public to exercise restraint during conflicts to prevent tragic outcomes. The suspect is set to face charges upon the completion of the investigation.

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