An Abuja based herbalist, identified as Ismail Usman has sustained a life-threatening injury while testing a self-made ‘bulletproof’ charm.
According to reports, the incident occurred at the Kuchibuyi village in the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Abuja on November 23.
Usman, it was reported had picked a locally fabricated gun after he had fortified himself with the charm he had prepared. In trying to prove the efficacy of the charm, he shot himself in the stomach.
But unfortunately, the charm failed, and Usman left, severely injured from the gun shot.
The incident was confirmed in a statement on Saturday, by the FCT Police Command spokesperson, Josephine Adeh.
She pointed out that the police received a distress call from a resident of Kuchibuyi on the incident.
According to her, officers from the Byazhin Division arrived at the scene and rushed Usman to Kubwa General Hospital.
Adeh added that due to the severity of his injuries, he was later transferred to Gwagwalada Specialist Hospital. She stated that the doctors are, however, working tirelessly to save Usman’s life.
Narrating the incident, Adeh said, “A distress call from Shandam Michael reported a shocking event involving Ismail Usman, a local herbalist known for his unconventional methods. In a misguided attempt to test the effectiveness of a self-made ‘bulletproof’ charm, Usman shot himself in the stomach with a shotgun.
“Unfortunately, the charm failed to protect him, resulting in life-threatening injuries. Officers from the Byazhin Division responded swiftly. Arriving at the scene to find Usman in critical condition. He was quickly transported to Kubwa General Hospital for emergency treatment. And later transferred to Gwagwalada Specialist Hospital for further care.
“In the aftermath, police conducted a thorough search of Usman’s home. Recovering the homemade gun and an array of charms used in his reckless experiment.”
The police spokesperson, however, added that Usman would face charges for unlawful possession of firearms and attempted suicide. These, she noted violate Section 231 of the Penal Code Law of Northern Nigeria.
“Investigations are ongoing, and Usman is expected to face charges for unlawful possession of firearms and attempted suicide under Section 231 of the Penal Code Law of Northern Nigeria.
“Commissioner of Police FCT, CP Olatunji Disu, condemned the incident, highlighting the dangers associated with illegal firearms,” She said.
source: PUNCH
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