
Domestic Assault Case: Man, 40, Faces Charges in Lagos
On February 20, 2025, a 40-year-old man, Samson Ilawole, was arraigned before an Ikorodu Magistrate’s Court in Lagos for allegedly assaulting his wife.
The details of the incident, including the nature of the assault and the court’s proceedings, have not been fully disclosed. This case highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence in Lagos and underscores the importance of legal interventions in such matters.
In a related incident, a Lagos-based man identified as Sunday was arrested in December 2024 for allegedly beating his wife, Habibat Bakare, to death in the Ipaja area. Reports indicate that the victim had suffered repeated domestic abuse before the fatal incident.