A tragic incident occurred in Ekiti State where a crippled man was found abandoned in a thick bush, allegedly deserted by his wife.
The shocking discovery was made by a good Samaritan who stumbled upon the helpless man in a critical state.
According to sources, the man, whose identity is yet to be confirmed, was allegedly abandoned by his wife, who claimed she was forced into marrying him. The woman, overwhelmed by her predicament, reportedly left her husband in the dense bush, hoping he would perish there.
The man, who had been left without any means of survival, was discovered by a good Samaritan passing through the area. The Samaritan immediately alerted local authorities, who rushed to the scene to rescue the man.
The victim was found severely dehydrated and malnourished but was given immediate medical attention. He was later taken to a nearby hospital where he is currently receiving treatment.
The incident has sparked outrage in the community, with many condemning the woman’s actions. Local authorities have launched an investigation into the matter, and efforts are being made to locate the wife.
The people of Ekiti State are urging anyone with information on the whereabouts of the woman to come forward and assist the police in their investigation.