A 30-year-old woman, identified as Adams Hannafi, has reportedly taken her own life in Sumore Village, Dutse Local Government Area of Jigawa State.

According to local sources, the tragic incident occurred around 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, when the mother of four, who was suspected to be suffering from mental illness, was found hanging from a tree near the village. Her body was discovered by passersby who quickly alerted the authorities.

Confirming the incident in a statement, the Spokesman of the Jigawa State Police Command, SP Lawan Shiisu Adam, said that officers from the Yalwawa Division rushed to the scene upon receiving the report.

He explained that the woman’s body was lowered and examined, and no signs of foul play were detected. The remains were later conveyed to Dutse General Hospital, where a medical doctor confirmed her death.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the deceased had been battling mental health challenges before the incident occurred.

Reacting to the tragedy, the Commissioner of Police, CP Dahiru Muhammad, expressed deep sadness and urged families and communities to show compassion and support to anyone showing signs of emotional or psychological distress.

He further advised the public to seek timely medical and psychological help for affected persons to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

The deceased leaves behind her husband and four children, who are now mourning the heartbreaking loss.