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My Husband Beat Me And Our Children Till We Bled; He Abandoned Me When I Was Sick, Almost Died’

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10 months ago

June 28, 2025

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A woman, Aaliya, has told Grade A Customary Court, Court 2, Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, that she was no longer interested in her 21-year-old wedlock to her husband, Abiodun, whom she accused of lack of care, constant fight and domestic violence.

Aaliya stated that Abiodun never showed interest in her welfare and that of their children.

According to the plaintiff, the defendant denied her and their children comfort, adding that all he knew to do was to beat and leave her bleeding from her wounds.

The plaintiff added that the defendant abandoned her when she was sick and on the verge of death. Aaliya stated that it was obvious that her husband never wished her well.

She thus prayed that their marriage be dissolved.

She gave her consent to her husband having custody of their children.

Abiodun denied all the allegations brought against him and agreed that their union be dissolved. Aaliya, in her testimony, said, “My husband and I have been married for 21 years, but all that I have gained for these years are pains and regret.

“I realised a few years into our marriage that my husband never loved me. Neither does he care about the lot of our children.

“He regularly denied us all the comforts that were necessary and left us in lack.

“My husband refused that I have peace of mind.

“He derived pleasure in beating me over trivial issues and would not be satisfied until he saw me bleed. “ I was sick and on the verge of death, but my husband to my chagrin abandoned me.

“He went as far as vowing not to claim my remains if I died.

“I have had enough of a marriage void of love and care.

“I pray this honourable court to end our relationship.

“I am presently recuperating and out of a job.

“I, therefore, give consent to my husband having custody of our children.

“I plead that the court grant an order restricting my husband from threatening and interfering with my private life.”

Abiodun responded, “My lord, all that my wife said are lies.

“My wife and I contracted our marriage under native law, and I have always been responsible and supportive of her and our children.

“If all she wants is divorce, then let it be.”

The president of the court, Mrs O.E Owoseni, giving her judgment declared their union dissolved. She awarded custody of their last two children aged 16 years and 13 years, respectively, to the defendant.

She stated that the two older children were old enough to choose where and with whom to stay.

According to Owoseni, the prayer that the defendant be given custody of their children was granted, not because the plaintiff conceded to it, but because she does not have a job presently to sustain her and their children.

Owoseni mandated the defendant to be fully responsible for their children’s upkeep, putting feeding, education, and health care into consideration.

She further gave an order, restricting the defendant from threatening and interfering with the plaintiff’s private life.

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Ex-convict Arrested In Edo For Armed Robbery, Possession Of Firearm

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21 hours ago

May 5, 2026

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The Edo State Security Corps (ESSC) has arrested a 45-year-old ex-convict, Owen Osas, for alleged unlawful possession of firearms and suspected involvement in a robbery incident.

Osas was reportedly arrested with a cut-to-size single-barrel gun during a covert operation along Fishpond Road in Eyean, Uhunmwonde Local Government Area.

The arrest reportedly comes barely a year after he was released from prison, where he had served time for illegal possession of firearms and other criminal offences.

Osas, who confessed to the latest crime, also admitted to being a member of the Eiye Confraternity.

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Consequently, a victim of an alleged robbery incident, Reginia Izy, identified Osas as the person who robbed her a day before his arrest.
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The victim narrated that the suspect had approached her residence around 8 p.m., pretending to be familiar before carrying out the attack.
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‎The Deputy Commander Operations of ESSC, Richard Balogun, said the arrest was part of intensified efforts to rid Edo State of criminal elements.

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‎Balogun explained that operatives conduct both overt patrols and covert operations to track and apprehend suspects.
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He said, ‎“Our men are always on patrol. Some operate in plain clothes as part of covert strategies, while others are stationed at strategic locations.

“Osas, who is a former convict, was arrested with firearms and he also confessed to be a member of the Eiye Confraternity.”
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Gunmen Kidnap Businessman In Ibadan

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2 days ago

May 4, 2026

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Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers have abducted a 60-year-old man in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

The victim was kidnapped on Saturday while on his way to his residence.

The incident occurred at Jinarere, Alakia in Ibadan.

Public Relations Officer of the State Police command, Olayinka Ayanlade, when contacted, confirmed the incident.

Ayanlade in a statement made available to DAILY POST on Sunday, explained that efforts are ongoing to rescue the victim.

Ayanlade said, “Preliminary information reveals that the victim, a 60-year-old male and building materials trader, was accosted while returning home along the Jinarere axis of Alakia Road by four masked armed men, who forcefully whisked him away in an unregistered ash-coloured Toyota Corolla vehicle”.

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Tragedy As Suspected Kidnappers Kill Young Entrepreneur In Edo

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3 days ago

May 3, 2026

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A 30-year-old entrepreneur and CEO of Principle Takeout, Justice Abu Oshioke, has been killed by suspected kidnappers in Ekpoma, Esan West Local Government Area of Edo State.

He was reportedly attacked by the suspected kidnappers on Saturday while on his way to pick up an order made for his child’s dedication on Sunday morning.

Eyewitnesses said the attackers attempted to force him into a nearby bush in a kidnapping attempt. However, he reportedly resisted and tried to escape.

In the course of the struggle, the assailants opened fire, shooting him multiple times.

Concerned residents quickly rushed him to a nearby medical facility, but he was confirmed dead on arrival.

The deceased was said to have recently gotten married and welcomed a baby boy.

The tragic event has turned a joyous occasion into a moment of grief for the family.

The shocking development has left the Ekpoma community in deep sorrow, with many residents expressing outrage over the growing insecurity in the area.

Edo State Police Command’s spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem confirmed the incident and said the Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika has ordered a “full-scale investigation and intensified manhunt for those responsible.”

According to her, the Police, in collaboration with the military, local vigilantes, and hunters, are actively pursuing the perpetrators through coordinated operations.