Herbalist Hospitalised After Shooting Self While Testing ‘Bulletproof’ Charm

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November 30, 2024

A herbalist named Ismail Usman has suffered life-threatening injuries while testing a homemade ‘bulletproof’ charm.

The incident took place on November 23 in Kuchibuyi village, located in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) of Abuja. Usman, after using the charm he created to protect himself, allegedly fired a locally made gun at his stomach. Tragically, the charm failed to shield him, resulting in severe injuries.

The FCT police spokesperson, Josephine Adeh, confirmed the incident in a statement on Saturday.

According to Adeh, the police received a distress call from a local resident about the situation.

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Officers from the Byazhin Division responded promptly, transporting Usman to Kubwa General Hospital.

Given the extent of his injuries, he was subsequently transferred to Gwagwalada Specialist Hospital, where medical staff are working diligently to save his life.

She 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. ”

Adeh stated that Usman would be charged with unlawful possession of firearms and attempted suicide, offenses that contravene Section 231 of the Penal Code Law of Northern Nigeria.

She said, “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.”