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‘My Wife Abandoned Me, Relocated To Canada Without My Knowledge,’ Man Tells Court

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1 year ago

March 8, 2025

Grade A Customary Court, Mapo, Ibadan, Oyo State, has adjourned for judgement a divorce suit brought before it by a man, Aderopo, against his wife, Joyce, which was hinged on what he said are irreconcilable differences.

Aderopo told the court that he and Joyce had been married for more than 40 years, but that they had always lived like strangers in their home.

The plaintiff stated that no communication took place between him and the defendant, while she took decisions on her own.

He added that she denied him s3x for seven years and also stopped cooking his meals about five years ago.

Aderopo added in his statement that every attempt to settle their differences had met with a brick wall.

According to Aderopo, Joyce was in the habit of attending functions that sometimes involved travelling without his consent, and claimed that Joyce did the worst when she abandoned him and relocated to Canada without his knowledge.

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He, therefore, pleaded with the court to put an end to their union.

Joyce did not make an appearance in court despite being served court summonses.

Aderopo in his testimony said, “My wife and I had a traditional wedding and I paid her bride price, but this was returned to me. Our marriage of almost 45 years is filled with crisis.

“My wife and I lived under the same roof like total strangers. We did not communicate nor interacted. The only times we communicated were the times we were planning for our children’s wedding.

“The last time we had sex was seven years ago. She once starved me of food for a whole month. That was five years ago. I decided to stop eating her food after that.

“I knew little or nothing about my wife’s activities because she never took me along in her plans and always took decisions on her own.

“She would go out without my consent and return home late. I had to stay awake on many occasions till she returned.

“There were times she attended her friends’ functions outside the state without my consent and returned days after. I was forced to change the keys to the main door of our apartment because of her movements were unpredictable.

“She went for an official programme outside the state which ought to be attended by both of us. I was surprised when my colleagues, who were also at the event, called to inform me that she came.

“Our relatives and friends have made several attempts at settling our differences, but she always denied the fact that our marriage is facing challenges.

“My wife did the unpardonable when she abandoned me and relocated to Canada without my knowledge.

“I came to court because I want to be liberated from our wedlock. I also want the world around us to know that there is nothing between us any longer.”

The court president, Mrs S.M. Akintayo, adjourned the case until March 17.

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

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3 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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2 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.