A 32-year-old trader and mother of three, Oluwatoyin Ibikunle, has asked an Akure Customary Court to dissolve her 15-year marriage due to alleged physical abuse from her husband, Ayodeji Ibikunle, a 40-year-old vulcanizer.
In her testimony, Oluwatoyin accused her husband of constant domestic violence, neglect, and endangering her life.
She also made a shocking allegation against her father-in-law, claiming he offered her ₦50,000 to end her marriage and engage in a relationship with him.
“My husband is irresponsible and has turned me into a punching bag. He keeps threatening my life, and I can’t take it anymore,” she told the court. Oluwatoyin further alleged that Ayodeji had embarrassed and harassed her on multiple occasions.
She recounted that her husband asked her to leave their home under the pretext of renovating the house.
“I moved out deliberately because I couldn’t endure his beatings anymore. My father-in-law even advised me to quit the marriage because of the suffering I’m facing,” she said.
Oluwatoyin pleaded with the court to grant her custody of their children, stating, “The love is gone. I want custody of my children to give them a proper upbringing.”
In his defense, Ayodeji denied the accusations, describing his wife as wayward. He claimed she prioritizes her business and relationships over their family.
“My wife left our home and rented an apartment. I tried to reconcile with her, but she refused unless I refunded the rent she paid to her new landlord. I managed to pay ₦15,000 out of the ₦20,000 she demanded, but she still refused to return. I can’t live without her,” he said.
Ayodeji further alleged that his wife focuses more on her business and her connections with other men, neglecting her family responsibilities.
The court’s president, Magistrate Abiodun Obademi, urged the couple to reconsider their decision for the sake of their children and to maintain peace within the family.
The case continues as the court awaits further deliberations.
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