Metro
My Ex-wife Refused To Pack Out Of My House After Our Marriage Was Dissolved, Man Tells Court

…I contributed N650,000 to the building of the house —Wife
…You’re now a tenant and trespassing, move out, court orders woman
A man, Quadri, has dragged his ex-wife, Gbemisola, before Grade A Customary Court, Mapo, Ibadan, on the account of illegal possession of his properties, a three-bedroom apartment she was living in and also his shop, where she displayed her goods.
Quadri stated that Gbemisola had been in possession of these properties for more than one year, after the court had pronounced their wedlock dissolved.
According to Quadri, since they were no longer husband and wife, he regarded Gbemisola as either a tenant or a trespasser.
He further stated that he served
Gbemisola notices to quit but that she remained adamant.
The plaintiff thus prayed the court to rule that the defendant should vacate both his house and shop without delay.
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Quadri in his testimony said: “My marriage to my wife was pronounced dissolved by this honourable court last year August after I brought a divorce suit against her as a result of her atrocities which I could no longer tolerate.
“The court declared that we ceased to be husband and wife and ordered that we go our different ways.
“My lord, my ex-wife has refused to obey the court’s ruling.
“She insisted that she would neither move out of my house nor pack her wares from my shop.
“I raised these buildings through my sweat, but she is now laying claim to them.
“I enlightened my ex-wife in line with the law that she has automatically become a tenant or regarded as trespassing on my property since our marriage has been dissolved, but she obviously did not realise the gravity of these offences.
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“I served her quit notices, but she remained adamant.
“My lord, I came to court that it might rule that my ex-wife vacates my three-bedroom apartment and shop without delay.”
Gbemisola, however, refused to be addressed as a tenant.
The defendant explained that she and the plaintiff both contributed financially to the construction of two properties he was now solely laying claim to.
Gbemisola insisted that the properties be sold and the proceeds from the sale shared among her, her ex-husband, and their children.
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Gbemisola said in her evidence: “I refused to be addressed as a tenant in the house I contributed my hard-earned money towards its building.
“The two properties my husband is laying claim to are products of our joint efforts, so I cannot be referred to as trespassing.
“He bought the land for N700,000, while I contributed three times towards the building project.
“I contributed N200,000, N150,000 and N300,000 respectively.
“I visited the site at three different times to inspect the construction work going on at that time.
“I did not document the amount I contributed and those of other expenses because I did all I did out of love, and also for the sake of our children.
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“He wants me to vacate the said apartment and shop because he wants to remarry.
“He wants to cheat me, and I will not allow it.
“My lord, I pray that the court should rule that we sell both properties and share the proceeds from it into three.
“He will take a share, I will take mine, and our children also will have theirs.”
The court president, Mrs S.M. Akintayo, giving her judgment stated that the defendant had no right to still be in possession of both property, the three-bedroom apartment, and shop since the court had dissolved their union after the plaintiff dragged her to court, laid claims against her and judgment was given after the court had heard both parties.
According to Akintayo, a landlord has unfiltered legal right to terminate a tenancy upon giving adequate notices.
She added that it is a settled position of law and requirement of the law that a landlord can claim possession of a premise once the required statutory notices have been issued and served on the tenant.
Akintayo ruling said, “The court hereby orders the defendant to vacate the three-bedroom apartment and shop on or before September 12,2025.”
Metro
One Injured As Truck Falls Off Lagos Bridge

A fully loaded six-tyre truck on Saturday plunged off the Oshodi Bridge in Lagos after reportedly suffering brake failure, leaving one man severely injured.
The Lagos State Traffic Management Authority said its operatives swiftly intervened to rescue the victim and restore traffic in the area.
According to a statement by the Director, Public Affairs and Enlightenment Department of LASTMA, Adebayo Taofiq, the truck, with registration number AKD 135 YK, was laden with toner printing materials when it lost control while descending the Oshodi-Oke bridge inward Mile 2 and fell into the terminal ditch below.
“In an exemplary display of operational precision and institutional alertness, the Lagos State Traffic Management Authority (LASTMA) once again demonstrated its unwavering commitment to public safety, emergency responsiveness, and traffic orderliness as its operatives today rescued a severely injured male victim following a ghastly accident involving a fully loaded six-tyre truck with registration number AKD 135 YK, which suffered a brake failure and plunged off the Oshodi Bridge into the terminal ditch while descending from Oshodi-Oke inward Mile 2.
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“Preliminary information gathered from the scene indicated that the ill-fated truck, reportedly laden with tonner printing materials, experienced a critical mechanical failure while descending the bridge, thereby losing control before skidding off the carriageway and tumbling into the terminal below,” Taofiq said
He added that LASTMA officers arrived at the scene within minutes to commence rescue operations and prevent secondary accidents.
He said, “Upon arrival, the officers immediately commenced rescue operations and successfully extricated a male victim who sustained grievous injuries in the accident.
“The injured man was expeditiously conveyed to a nearby medical facility for urgent treatment, while the driver of the truck was apprehended and handed over to security operatives from Makinde Police Station, Oshodi, for further investigation into the cause of the brake malfunction and other contributory factors.”
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Taofiq noted that the accident could have resulted in more casualties but for the prompt and coordinated efforts of LASTMA officials who diverted traffic and cleared the wreckage.
“To forestall secondary collisions and ensure the safety of road users, LASTMA operatives swiftly cordoned off the accident scene, diverted vehicular movement, and supervised the clearance of the wreckage thereby restoring traffic normalcy within a remarkably short period,” he said.
The General Manager of LASTMA, Mr. Bakare Oki, commended the operatives for their swift and professional response.
“Mr. Bakare Oki, lauded their exceptional response, diligence, and adherence to standard safety protocols during the operation.
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“He reiterated the Agency’s unrelenting vigilance in ensuring the protection of lives and property on Lagos roads, particularly during the ember months, when traffic density and accident risks are significantly heightened,” the statement stated.
According to the statement, Oki said the agency remains vigilant in protecting lives and property, especially during the ember months when road accidents are more frequent.
He noted that heavy-duty recovery vehicles and mini trucks have been strategically deployed across the five administrative divisions of Lagos, supported by over 2,700 personnel stationed at critical traffic points for quick emergency response.
“Mr. Oki further emphasized that the agency’s ongoing 24-hour traffic management operations were instituted to guarantee seamless vehicular movement across the state before, during, and after the festive season.
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“He disclosed that heavy-duty recovery vehicles and mini trucks have been strategically deployed across the five administrative divisions of Lagos, supported by over 2,700 personnel stationed at critical traffic nodes and corridors for optimal coverage and swift emergency response,” the statement said.
Oki urged motorists to maintain their vehicles regularly and adhere strictly to traffic regulations.
He reaffirmed LASTMA’s commitment to “proactive traffic regulation, timely rescue operations, and continuous public enlightenment to make Lagos roads safer for everyone.”
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The Oshodi area, particularly the busy Oshodi-Apapa Expressway corridor, serves as a major transport node in Lagos, linking routes from the port and mainland and regularly experiencing severe traffic gridlocks.
Heavy-duty trucks, including those laden with cargo bound for terminals and depots, are frequent contributors to the congestion.
Mechanical faults, including brake failure and tyre bursts, remain a recurring cause of road accidents across Nigeria.
According to the FRSC 2022 compendium, mechanical/vehicle-defect factors account for about 10 per cent of road crashes nationwide.
Metro
50 Arrested For Violating Environmental Sanitation Laws In Edo

The Environmental Taskforce on Saturday arrested no fewer than 50 persons in Benin for violating environmental sanitation laws in Edo State.
The suspects were arrested in Egor Local Government Area of the state as the new Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) in the state, Mr Saidi Akintayo, led a monitoring operation across the city.
The operation covered strategic areas such as Third East Circular Road Junction, Sapele Road, Ekiosa Market, Siloko Road, Ugbowo, and New Benin Market, amongst others.
Akintayo said the exercise aimed at ensuring compliance with the monthly environmental sanitation directive of the Edo State Government.
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The commandant, who led his management team, said the exercise also aligned with the corps’ renewed drive to support federal and state efforts toward maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy environment for residents.
“A clean environment is a healthy environment. It is our collective duty as citizens to ensure that our surroundings are kept clean at all times,” he said.
“The corps will continue to support government efforts by enforcing compliance and sensitising the public on the importance of environmental hygiene.”
During the exercise, residents and traders were seen sweeping drains, clearing refuse, and cleaning up their premises, a development that the NSCDC boss described as “encouraging.”
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The commandant’s team later visited the local government secretariat, where he was received by the Executive Chairman, Osaro Eribo.
At the secretariat, the 50 suspected offenders were arraigned before a mobile court.
The commandant lauded the synergy among local authorities, the environmental task force, and security agencies, describing it as crucial to sustaining the gains of the exercise.
He reiterated the NSCDC’s readiness to enforce environmental laws, support public health initiatives, and maintain peace and order across Edo.
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“Our presence underscores the Corps’ unwavering commitment to protecting lives, property, and the environment,” he said.
“We will continue to stand with the government to ensure Edo remains clean and safe for all.”
In a similar development, the Chairman of Oredo Local Government, Mr Gabriel Idusere, who joined the monitoring exercise, commended residents for their cooperation.
He, however, acknowledged public complaints about the delay in refuse evacuation.
Idusere assured that the council had put in place measures for prompt waste collection, particularly in markets and densely populated areas.
Metro
Police Arrest Lovers, Others For Murder, Robbery In Sokoto

The Police in Sokoto State have arrested two lovers who allegedly conspired to kill a young man, Ali Salisu, in Gidan Kacha village, Gada Local Government Area of the state.
The police said the deceased, a resident of Darnawa village, was lured to his death by his girlfriend, Rukayya Amadu, who allegedly plotted with another lover, Hamisu Ibrahim, to rob and murder him.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Ahmad Rufai, said the tragic incident occurred on October 4, 2025, when Rukayya invited the victim to a secluded area in Dabagi bush for a private meeting.
“Unknown to him, Rukayya had arranged with Hamisu to set a deadly trap. When the victim arrived, Hamisu ambushed him, tied a rope around his neck, and strangled him to death before fleeing with his red Kasea motorcycle.”
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It said further investigation led to the arrest of two additional suspects, Lawali Abdullahi and Ibrahim Abdullahi, who received the stolen motorcycle in Sokoto without verifying its ownership.
The police, however, confirmed that all four suspects have been arrested and are in custody and would soon face prosecution for criminal conspiracy, culpable homicide, armed robbery, and receiving stolen property.
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The Commissioner of Police, CP Ahmed Musa, commended the police investigators for their swift action, describing the case as “a reminder that crime, no matter how carefully concealed, cannot go unpunished.”
The police boss described the case as both tragic and instructive, saying it shows how misplaced trust and deceit can lead to unimaginable loss.
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“We call on citizens to exercise caution in personal relationships and to avoid secluded areas, especially at night,” the CP Musa said in the statement.
The police also warned buyers and traders to always confirm ownership documents before purchasing valuable items such as motorcycles, vehicles, or electronics.
“Receiving stolen property is a serious offense. Ignorance will not absolve anyone from criminal liability.”
The Command further urged members of the public to report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station, assuring them that all information would be treated with utmost confidentiality.
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