Father arrested after little boy dies with burn injuries in Akwa-Ibom.
Mr. Idorenyin Essien was arrested after his son died from burn injuries.
According to the police, the suspect will be charged to court for the death of his son.
Father arrested for killing his son.
The incident happened on the 29th of August 2019.
The victim identified as Abasiofon Idorenyin was alleged to have stolen N500 from his landlord.
His father heard about the accusation and tied his son to his house before pouring petrol all over his body, setting him ablaze.
Abrasion suffered burnt on 70 percent of his body
The little boy eventually died while recuperating at the hospital.
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Nigerians set MTN offices on fire in Lagos
One of the MTN offices was set ablaze this morning by angry protesters, protesting the killing and attack of Nigerians in South Africa.
Three Nigerians were killed yesterday during an attack on Nigerians and their businesses in South Africa.
One of the people killed was burnt alive.
The attack on foreigners started on Sunday morning, where angry mobs stormed foreign businesses and Loot.
The attacks are believed to have been carried out by the Zulu hostel dwellers.
One of the Nigerian businesses affected was a Nigerian car dealer, whereby his businesses were set ablaze.
The attack spread across the second day before the security operatives got involved, dispersing the angry Mob.
Meanwhile, the leader of South African Economic Freedom Fighters, EFF, condemned the attack in a statement.
He said whether you are from South Africa or Zimbabwe, this is your home. He, therefore, calls for an end to self-hate. He said, Africa, we are one, Nigerians are our brothers.
