Neighbours explained that an argument between the couple may have escalated into the violent confrontation.
A tragedy has occurred in the Choba area of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, after a pregnant 300-level student of the University of Port Harcourt (UNIPORT), identified as Cynthia Chukwundah, allegedly set her boyfriend, Sunny Amadi, ablaze, leading to his death.
The incident, which occurred over the weekend around 11pm at No. 11B Okoro Street, has left residents in shock.
Neighbours explained that an argument between the couple may have escalated into the violent confrontation.
Sunny Amadi, aged 32 and reportedly from Elibrada community in Emohua Local Government Area, was said to be the father of the child Cynthia is carrying.
Following the incident, public-spirited neighbours rushed Amadi to the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) for emergency medical care, but he succumbed to his injuries while on admission.
Cynthia Chukwundah, who sustained burns during the incident, initially fled the scene but was later apprehended by police operatives.
She is currently hospitalised and receiving treatment for her injuries.
Confirming the incident on Tuesday, Rivers State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, said the suspect’s condition remains critical, rendering her unable to provide a full statement about what led to the attack.
However, she said the police have commenced a thorough investigation.
In an official statement, SP Iringe-Koko said: “The Rivers State Police Command is aware of and deeply concerned about a report depicting a fire incident that occurred at No. 11B Okoro Street, Choba, Port Harcourt.
“According to the report, one Cynthia Chukwundah, a 300-level female undergraduate of the University of Port Harcourt, allegedly set her boyfriend, one Saint Sunny Amadi, a 32-year-old male from Elibrada community in Emohua LGA, ablaze in a room, resulting in severe injuries.
“He was rushed to the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) for medical treatment. Unfortunately, the victim later succumbed to injuries and died while on admission.
“The police have located Cynthia, who is currently receiving medical treatment at a hospital due to injuries she also sustained during the incident. She is also heavily pregnant with the deceased’s child. Due to her critical condition, she is unable to provide a detailed account of the incident but will do so when her condition is stable.
“The probable cause of the fire incident is yet to be ascertained, and a thorough investigation has been launched to unravel the circumstances surrounding the incident. Further developments will be made public as more information becomes available.”
As police investigations continue, authorities urge the public to remain calm and allow due process to take its course.”
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