A Nigerian man has reportedly fled after allegedly setting his wife on fire in Benin city, Edo state.

According to information shared by Facebook user Ejiroghene Ezaga, the accused man identified as Mr. Monday Alli Onaivi, allegedly set his wife named Esther Alli – ablaze following an alleged disagreement of money for upkeep.

The incident reportedly happened a few weeks ago in the capital city.

It was gathered that 33-year-old woman later passed away in the hospital after being rushed for treatment due to burn injuries she sustained.

The corpse of the mother of three children has since been deposited in a mortuary while reports said that the husband is currently on the run.

A Facebook user, Ejiroghene Ezaga, who shared details of the incident on her timeline said:

This is the photo of Mr Monday Alli Onaivi, the man who 2 weeks ago in Benin city set his 33-year-old wife, Esther Alli, ablaze over his alleged refusal to give her feeding money.

She later died in the hospital of severe burns. She left behind 2 lovely girls and a boy. Aided by his mother, he’s presently on the run. please share until justice catches up with him