Brother-in-law of Officer Allegedly Set Ablaze By Wife Mourns, Shares How His Death Affects Family
- The brother-in-law of the officer who was allegedly set ablaze by his newlywed wife has shared how his death affected their family
- The man, who is a pastor and the brother of the officer’s wife, also gave deep details about their families
- What he said about the officer’s family caught people’s attention, as many mourned the late officer
Pastor Mwoltok Benjamin Dalong, the brother-in-law of Lieutenant Samson Haruna, an officer who was allegedly set ablaze by his newlywed wife.
It was reported that the officer and his wife were involved in an altercation at their residence in Wellington Bassey Barracks, in Akwa Ibom State, on September 22, 2025.
Source: TikTok
The altercation escalated, leading to Haruna sustaining burn injuries, which later took his life on October 6, 2025.
Brother-in-law mourns Lt. Samson Haruna
On his Facebook page, the brother of the officer’s wife shared how both families were affected by the death
He wrote in his post:
“Some people think my words about this tragedy have been calm because I feel no pain. They couldn’t be more mistaken. What they don’t know is that sorrow has been walking quietly in my soul since the day this news broke.
“My knowledge of him, his siblings, and his parents goes far beyond the bond of in-lawship — it is rooted in years of respect, friendship, and shared humanity. We were more than families joined by marriage; we were hearts joined by understanding.
“So yes, I write with restraint, not because I feel less, but because grief sometimes has no words strong enough. Both families drink from the same cup of pain today. And while tongues may differ in expression, the tears are the same — silent, deep, and real.
“May God heal every heart touched by this loss. May His peace rest upon both families. And may the memory of our beloved Lt. Samson Haruna live on — not in rumors, but in truth, honor, and light.”
Source: Facebook
Reactions as officer's brother-in-law speaks
Yohanna Philibus said:
"Wonders are still unfolding it's ugly face. God's will be done."
Danjuma Dajab said:
"Be strong, the Lord will comfort you and your family in this trying times."
Habiba Hassan said:
"My condolences sir, may his soul rest in peace."
James Hamani said:
"The comfort the Holy spirit will heal your families in Jesus name."
Gyang Loze said:
"Rumour mongers will always predate on some people's sorrow, not minding how it feels. It is so sad, how our world has depreciated to this ebb. A generation that gloats at other people's misfortune, to get fame and recognition.May the Lord comfort you sir."
In a related story, the last video of the couple posted by Mrs Haruna days before the tragic incident has surfaced.
Man shares how late officer treated wife
Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that a close friend of the officer, allegedly set ablaze by his wife, shared what he knew about their marriage.
The man, who was a member of their marriage committee, opened up about how the late officer behaved towards his wife.
Proofreading by Funmilayo Aremu, copy editor at Legit.ng.
Source: Legit.ng
