Headman takes his life

Headman takes his life

SINDA, February 26, ZANIS——– A village headman of Chieftainess Nyanje in Sinda district has committed suicide in unexplained circumstances.

According to sources, headman Njati who is also known as Musaninyoze was found hanging from the roof of his house last Saturday around 08:00 hours by some villagers.

The sources who sought anonymity said the traditional leader terminated his life inside his house closer to the door by hanging himself.

“We don’t know what made headman Nyati to take his life,” said one of the villagers.

He was expected to be buried yesterday at Njati village cemetery.

And when contacted for comment, Eastern Province Police Commissioner Grace Chipalila said she had not yet received a report on the matter.