A man from Nyeri County tragically took his own life on Saturday after his wife, who was eight months pregnant, was reportedly taken away by the local chief.
According to reports, the chief had promised to take care of the woman after the man lost his job nine months ago. Villagers say the wife often stayed at the chief’s home, and the husband was allowed to visit only on weekends.
The man was reportedly given Ksh 3,000 by the chief, who told villagers that it was wrong for a woman to suffer in a poor man’s home. The chief claimed he was only trying to help both of them.
However, the situation changed after the wife became pregnant. The husband wanted to live with his wife, but the chief refused, daring him to go to court if he wanted to challenge the decision.
Overwhelmed by stress and heartbreak, the man allegedly committed suicide, leaving a note behind that read, "God will revenge for me."
The story has sparked outrage in Nyeri County, with many residents criticizing the chief for taking someone’s wife under the guise of helping.
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