A shocking incident has occurred in Jigawar Maroka village, Kiyawa Local Government Area of Jigawa, Nigeria, where a 40-year-old man, Jibrin Adamu, has taken his own life by hanging himself in a classroom at Miftahul Khairat Islamiyya And Primary School Gurdiba.

According to DSP Lawan Shiisu, the Police Public Relations Officer in the state, the incident occurred on Thursday evening, with the deceased suffering from mental illness. Shiisu confirmed the incident in a statement in Dutse on Friday, stating that the police received a report of the tragic incident at around 1830hrs on September 19, 2024.

Upon arrival at the scene, the police team discovered the lifeless body of the man dangling from the ceiling of the classroom. The corpse was referred to Dutse General Hospital, where a medical doctor certified him dead. The remains of the deceased have been released to his family for burial.

Preliminary investigation revealed that the deceased had occasional mental health issues that made him disappear for days before returning home. Prior to his death, he left home to fetch water close to the scene of the incident. The Commissioner of Police in the state, Ahmadu Abdullahi, has ordered an investigation into the case.

This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of mental health awareness and support. It is essential that we prioritize the well-being of individuals struggling with mental health issues and provide them with the necessary resources and care.

The incident is still under investigation, and further details will be provided as they become available.