A Nigerian lady has reportedly set her boyfriend and his entire residence ablaze in Choba, Port Harcourt, Rivers State, following a heated dispute believed to be related to their relationship issues. The shocking incident has left the local community in deep shock and has sparked widespread reactions across the country.
The story was brought to public attention through a disturbing post shared on X (formerly known as Twitter) by a user identified as @ChuksEricE. According to the post, the young woman allegedly decided to take a deadly step after an intense quarrel with her boyfriend, resulting in her setting fire to his room while he was still inside, leading to his tragic death.
The viral post included a heart-wrenching video showing the completely charred interior of the victim’s room. In the video, the walls and bed are covered in ash, with burnt debris scattered everywhere, painting a devastating picture of the aftermath. A woman can be heard crying and lamenting the gruesome act in the background of the video, repeatedly emphasizing that relationships and marriage should not be forced upon anyone.
“Relationship no be by force o, marriage no be by force o. See wetin one nonsense girl do e boyfriend, she burn the boyfriend to ashes,” the voice in the video can be heard saying, expressing both shock and deep sorrow over the tragic event.
The incident quickly gained traction online, triggering an outpouring of emotional responses from Nigerians who expressed their outrage and sadness. Many users condemned the act, describing it as an unforgivable crime and demanding justice for the deceased.
See some reactions below:
@jay_den111: “Na why i dey fear girls without future.”
@retweet_repostz: “This is utterly heartbreaking 💔 May she be found and jailed for life.”
@Tuffseed2025: “That port harcourt.. some of them they behave like physcho.”
@NassMilli: “Daughters of eve them full PH.”
@tbh3145: “Things Dey sup for that ph ooh.”
Several people have also called on law enforcement authorities in Rivers State to act swiftly in apprehending the suspect, emphasizing that such acts of violence should not be tolerated in society. Many are demanding that she be prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law to serve as a deterrent to others who might consider such extreme actions.
The tragic story highlights ongoing issues surrounding domestic violence, toxic relationships, and mental health, sparking fresh conversations online about the importance of conflict resolution and emotional support in relationships. Community leaders in Choba have also urged young people to seek peaceful solutions to disputes and to avoid resorting to violence, regardless of the situation.
While investigations into the case are ongoing, the victim’s family and local residents have been left to mourn an unimaginable loss. The incident has been described as one of the most horrific relationship-related crimes in the area in recent times.
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Lady reportedly set her boyfriend åblåze this morning at his residence in Choba, Port Harcourt, Rivers state😳💔 pic.twitter.com/A6Neq0xI83
— CHUKS 🍥 (@ChuksEricE) July 6, 2025